The job you are trying to view has expired. Please perform a new search to find current jobs.

Demand Control Manager

Vinarchy
Bristol

Job details

Fixed term contract

Benefits

Free flu jabs
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Supply chain
Analysis skills
Relationship management

Full job description

Date: 1 Jun 2026

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Function: Operations

Employment Type:

About Us

Vinarchy. Redefining Wine.

Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is an exceptional global wine company committed to redefining wine.

Crafting extraordinary wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile and the United States, and sharing them in almost every corner of the world, we are relentlessly innovative, ambitious and imaginative at every stage from grape to glass.

About the role

As part of the European S&OP team, Demand Control work with Commercial, Demand and Supply planning teams to balance demand and supply on the short-term horizon to provide best in class service to our customers.

As Demand Control Manager you will be accountable for the leadership of the Demand Control function, optimising the tactical (0-26 weeks) execution for the UK & EMEA business units, whilst managing 2 direct reports.

You will be responsible for evaluating & improving Demand Control performance, providing analytical recommendations, insight and outcomes that will enhance organisational performance, whilst proactively responding to changes in the demand plan.

In this role, you will drive continuous improvement plans through demonstrating lean leadership with regards to Demand Control processes & techniques, reporting and action planning around key KPIs, including Availability, Demand Planning Forecast Performance and Working Capital risks.

Please note, this is a fixed term contract until January 2027.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Working as the critical link between the Commercial business unit and The Park Supply Planning team, driving a customer first ethos at all times
Accountability for all commercially driven production plan change requests, understanding financial and strategic implications
Accountability for analysing and reporting demand and / or supply fluctuations within product lead times, implementing proactive action plans
Communicating mid and long term identified issues, working collaboratively with Commercial Sales leads to agree allocation strategies when required
Working collaboratively with Demand Planning to provide swift conclusive decision making to customer opportunities and significant promotional uplifts, ensuring existing commitments aren’t compromised, providing In depth insight to future forecasts
Reviewing and agreeing safety stock levels on a quarterly basis
Accountability for the optimisation and execution of all NPD launches, in collaboration with Marketing Operations
Working with Marketing Operations and Commercial Sales leads to manage product exit strategies to minimise working capital implications
Accountability for mitigating Out Of Stocks through the weekly exceptions process, ensuring first class product availability
Facilitating monthly management and resolution of slow-moving inventory
Engaging at all levels of the business to ensure delivery of a consistent, robust and repeatable Tactical SO&P process, through engagement & communication with Senior Management Teams
Continuous Improvement of all tactical processes and monthly cycle

What You’ll Bring:

Excellent Communicator, who demonstrates the ability to interpret and present complex data
Strong relationship management skills, demonstrating openness and honesty
Demonstrate agile and lean leadership
Highly self-motivated and driven
Internally Customer Focused
Ownership of tactical S&OP Process
Collaborative with a team player ethos
Strong Analytical and decision-making skills
Managing KPI’s
Process lead consistently looking to continuously improve

Essential Qualifications

+5 Years’ experience in a Supply Chain/or Operations role
Preferred: End to End Supply Chain experience
Desired: WSET Level 2 +

Why Join Us?

Vinarchy is a home for passionate people to do their very best work. We believe in empowering our people and celebrating success.

We offer a competitive rewards package and the opportunity to work with a world-class team.

You will also have access to:

Annual wine allowance and access to unique wine specials
Flexible working (Up to 2 days working from home)
Paid Parental Leave
Start your weekend early with our Fast Friday finishes!
Modern office located in Bristol.
Go Beyond Day - make a difference in your local community
Access to an extensive online learning library
Private Health Insurance Discounts & Annual Flu Vaccination Program
Employee Assistance Program & Various exclusive employee discounts

Ready to redefine your future? APPLY TODAY!

At Vinarchy we are dedicated to building a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture. Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and undertake relevant pre-employment screening to verify eligibility and suitability.

#LI-Hybrid

About Us

About the role

Key Responsibilities Include:

What You’ll Bring:

Why Join Us?

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected