Sustainable Demand Planner
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Sustainable Demand Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing demand data, identifying trends, and proposing solutions to maintain the effectiveness of our demand planning operations.
The role involves providing timely and accurate reports to stakeholders, presenting data and proposed solutions at monthly KGP S&OP meetings, and participating in local and global S&OP processes. You will also work closely with the Finance team to align on projected budgets and forecasts.
The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent in supply chain or business management, proven demand planning experience, and proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret data. Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and develop practical solutions are also required.
This is a 14-month fixed-term contract opportunity that offers the chance to make a real impact on our business. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for sustainable growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
Main Responsibilities:
- Analyze demand data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and risks, propose solutions as appropriate.
- Provide accurate reports to stakeholders in a timely fashion to maintain the effectiveness of the demand planning operations.
- Present accurate data and proposed solutions at the monthly KGP S&OP – identifying key issues that could impact on demand (capacity constraints on the plant, too much stock in the SC etc).
- Key participant in local & global S&OP process, attend & present as required.
- Work with the Finance team to align on projected monthly & yearly budgets and flashes.
- Work with the KGP Finance and Supply Chain teams to meet the monthly and yearly budgeted figures
Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent, preferably supply chain or business management.
- Proven demand planning experience.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in analyzing and interpreting data.
- Problem solver and proven ability in identifying and developing practical solutions.