Demand & S&OP Process Lead – EMEA (FMCG) (mfd)
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Job Location:
Amsterdam - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Demand & S&OP Process Lead to oversee the end-to-end demand planning and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process across the EMEA region.
In this pivotal role you will drive forecasting excellence cross-functional alignment and business integration across multiple FMCG markets. You will serve as the regional owner of the S&OP process ensuring synchronization between demand supply and financial plans to deliver superior service cost efficiency and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Demand Planning
- Lead the regional demand planning process across categories markets and channels
- Consolidate validate and challenge forecasts in specific markets using data analytics and market insights
- Partner with Commercial Marketing and Finance to align forecasts with business targets
- Improve forecast accuracy bias and forecast value add through disciplined process management
- Maintain accurate forecast data within planning systems (SAP APO)
S&OP Process Management
- Own and lead the regional S&OP cycle ensuring strong governance and timely execution
- Facilitate Demand Supply and Executive S&OP reviews across the EMEA region. Establish Product Portfolio review and Market/Finance Integration as part next level S&OP
- Align demand supply and financial plans through scenario planning and risk assessment
- Present key insights and recom
- Own and lead the regional S&OP cycle ensuring strong governance and timely execution
- Facilitate Demand Supply and Executive S&OP reviews across the EMEA region. Establish Product Portfolio review and Market/Finance Integration as part next level S&OP
- Align demand supply and financial plans through scenario planning and risk assessment
- Present key insights and recommendations to senior leadership to support business decisions
- mendations to senior leadership to support business decisions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as the main link between regional and local teams in Sales Marketing Supply and Finance
- Integrate innovation promotional and portfolio plans into the demand forecast
- Drive alignment with global Sales & Operations Planning standards
Analytics & Insights
- Develop and track key S&OP performance metrics (forecast accuracy service inventory health)
- Conduct root cause analysis and identify improvement opportunities
- Use data-driven insights to challenge assumptions and enhance planning quality
Leadership & Capability Building
- Lead coach and develop a regional team of demand planners
- Promote best practice sharing and continuous improvement across EMEA markets
- Strengthen S&OP maturity through training and process standardization
Process & System Optimization
- Champion digital transformation of planning processes using advanced analytics tools
- Drive process simplification and standardization across the EMEA region
- Collaborate with planning teams on system enhancement initiatives
Qualifications :
Experience required:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Economics Engineering or related field (Masters preferred)
- 812 years of experience in Demand Planning S&OP or IBP within the FMCG/CPG industry
- Proven success leading regional or multi-market planning processes
- Strong analytical strategic and influencing skills
- Proficiency in advanced planning systems (SAP IBP APO or equivalent)
- Experience working in matrix multicultural environments within EMEA
Additional Information :
Professional skills & key competencies:
- Strategic and analytical mindset
- Business and financial acumen
- Leadership and people development
- Collaboration and stakeholder influence
- Process discipline and continuous improvement
- Agility and change management
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Forecasting
- Microsoft Access
- Math
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Analysis Skills
- SAP APO
- SAP Supply Chain Management
- Production Planning
- SAP ERP
- ERP Systems
- MRP
About Company
At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We creat ... View more
