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Demand Planning Manager

2 months ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Recruitment Matters (Pty) Ltd Full time

The purpose of the Demand Planning Manager is to ensure that an accurate demand and supply signal exists for the company Exports, this will ensure the best customer service at the most cost-effective way.

Collaboration with cross functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain, to gather relevant data and insights to enhance demand forecasts.


Responsibilities:

Effective demand forecasting

  • Scrutinise historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop accurate demand forecasts. Identify potential risks and opportunities given the analysis conducted.
  • Ensure monthly forecast submissions are received for key the company distributors.
  • Ensure forecast uploads are submitted & uploaded timeously & accurately.
  • Drive demand planning social systems & ensure adherence to the process.
  • Constantly check and assess demand planning performance metrics identify areas for improvement and where corrective actions can be taken.
  • Handle demand planning process improvements, through statistical forecasting to enhance forecasting accuracy.
  • Provide regular reports and updates, highlighting key insights, trends, and recommendations for improvement.
  • Liaise closely with HB central demand planning teams on forecasting approaches & social systems.
  • Develop and implement demand planning policies and processes to drive accurate forecasting.
Supply planning support by

  • Weekly review & report on sales plans vs actual vs open orders to track demand variations.
  • Reviewing stock availability at production plants vs demand & highlighting key risks/opportunities
  • Support in the roll out & management of DRP tools or similar.
  • Ensure bottle stock levels remain within required targets.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining the reputation and credibility of the business with key
stakeholders

  • Meeting customer and business needs and requirements
  • Effective crossfunctional networking
  • Up to date about industry trends, market dynamics, and latest technologies in demand planning and incorporate them into the company's strategies and processes.
Innovation & Improvement Results

  • Innovation and business improvement in support of operational and segment goals
Lead and pro-actively coach team around sustainability performance. Personal Development and
Teamwork.

Skills:

  • Expertise in statistical forecasting methods, timeseries analysis, and causal modeling to predict future demand accurately
  • Proficiency in analyzing large datasets from various sources like sales history, market trends, promotional campaigns, and economic indicators
  • Understanding of inventory control, production planning, and logistics to optimize the flow of goods.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present forecasting reports, collaborate with different departments, and influence stakeholders
  • Ability to lead and motivate a team of demand planners, delegate tasks effectively, and provide guidance.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify demand fluctuations, diagnose root causes, and implement solutions.
  • Understanding of the overall business goals and objectives to align demand planning strategies with the company's vision.

Qualification:

  • Education: Relevant and recognized honours or post graduate qualification

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Education:

  • Bachelors (required)

Experience:

  • FMCG: 8 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Stellenbosch, Western Cape (required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Stellenbosch,

Western Cape:
Relocate before starting work (required)

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