Job Description:
Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) is a critical business process. As a Strategic Demand Planner Lead, you will report to the Head of Supply Chain and be responsible for several key tasks.
Main Responsibilities:
* Demand Forecast Validation: Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to validate accuracy of sales team demand forecasts.
* New Product Launch Management: Collaborate with the Commercial Team to minimize supply chain exposure and maximize service levels to customers.
* Inventory Optimization: Develop and review demand call-off/production plans to maintain optimum inventory levels.
* Supply Performance Monitoring: Monitor production/supplier performance versus plan and provide recommendations for improvement.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
This role requires strong business analysis and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and influencing skills, and the ability to multitask on several key initiatives while maintaining a high level of quality in their everyday duties.
Benefits:
The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional growth and development, work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, and contribute to the success of the organization.