Senior Executive Demand Planning

As a pivotal member of our team you will spearhead the management and optimization of product demand forecasting for a mid to long-term horizon leveraging diverse data sources such as sales figures marketing insights and market statistics. Your primary objective will be to align forecasts with budgetary targets and desired service levels while closely monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). This role requires adept consolidation of client and customer-level forecasts aggregating them to the country level for comprehensive net sales and volume projections. Additionally you will play a central role in our Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process leading demand reviews to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain an 18-month unconstrained bottom-up demand forecast at SKU and customer level.
• Integrate trade activity calendars including NPD launches phase-in/phase-out plans and SKU obsolescence.
• Consolidate customer- and client-level forecasts into country-level volume for supply planning.
• Track and analyse forecast accuracy bias and key demand KPIs proactively identifying risks and opportunities.

S&OP & Cross-Functional Alignment

• Actively participate in the S&OP process with ownership or support of the Demand Review.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align on a single consensus set of market demand numbers.
• Identify supplydemand gaps and support scenario planning through data-driven insights and recommendations.

Analysis Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare demand insights forecasts and performance materials for S&OP and management reviews.
• Develop and maintain tracking dashboards and reports covering forecast trends promotions and off-take patterns.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and participate in client discussions where required.

Key Requirements:

• 23 years of experience in demand planning forecasting or supply chain roles.
• Working knowledge of S&OP processes and FMCG trade mechanics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently within defined scope.
• Execute demand planning activities for assigned clients or categories with guidance when required.
• Demonstrates logical thinking attention to detail and strong data discipline.
• Able to manage routine forecasting tasks independently and escalate issues appropriately.
• Support senior planners in S&OP preparation analysis and reporting.