Demand Planner
4 weeks ago
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain Management – Planning Job Purpose Drive the S&OP process for assigned portfolio and effectively translate commercial insights and analytics into an accurate consensus forecast. Coordinate and collaborate with supply planning, analysts and suppliers, commercial and finance to optimize inventory and stock availability. A complex role with multiple facets and both highly analytical, transactional, and operational in nature. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Continuously improve the demand forecast and drive forecast accuracy improvements. Gain market insights using analytical, marketing and sales data as well as qualitative inputs to improve forecasts through demand‑driven forecasting. Collaborate closely with commercial teams, finance, supply planners, other relevant stakeholders, and suppliers locally and internationally. Maintain and ensure master data integrity across SAP, IBP, and relevant systems. Support, analyse, and report for the S&OP Process, specifically demand reviews. Prepare KPI reporting and compile presentation decks for relevant stakeholders. Lead and manage the demand review process with Commercial and Finance for the assigned portfolio. Support the reduction of stock‑expiry risk and excess inventory by driving demand shaping and mitigation planning with Commercial, Finance and Supply Planning. Provide monthly commentary on forecast errors and demand movements. Engage and coordinate discussions with commercial and supply planning teams to proactively manage risk and opportunities relating to demand. Maintain Days of Forward Cover (DOFC) / Safety Stock and optimise inventory levels in close collaboration with supply planners and suppliers. Perform order execution and management (as required) in response to demand movements in conjunction with supply planners, suppliers, and commercial teams. Provide front‑end feedback to supply planners and suppliers on the latest demand movements. Support PMO and Commercial with New Product Launches & relaunches to ensure stock availability for on‑time launches while maintaining optimal inventory. Conduct analytics required to drive forecast accuracy improvements (Continuous Improvement). Support demand and supply planning and Analytics teams with process and system improvements and optimisation. Drive digitalisation and automation of analytics and reporting in supply chain. Knowledge Requirements Computer skills on MS Office (Advanced Excel Skills) is required. A solid understanding of S&OP, demand, and supply planning. Deep working knowledge of ERP, Forecasting / Planning & BI systems. Deep technical knowledge of demand & supply planning as well as inventory management. Experience on demand & supply management is a plus. Skills and Attributes Effective planning, organising and coordinating. Results driven. Effective problem solving and decision making. Commercial and strategic awareness. Independent and self‑directed with the ability to drive execution. Great cross‑functional collaborator with strong influential skills. Effective interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) and articulate risks with an understanding of overall impact / sensitivity to the rest of the business. Attention to detail. Project management skills preferred. Ability to think strategically and innovatively, with a continuous improvement mindset. A positive minded team player. Experience in statistical software / forecasting is ideal. Ability to coach and
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Demand Planner
5 days ago
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per yearHire Resolve, a reputable recruitment agency, is currently seeking a talented Demand Planner for a manufacturing company. As a Demand Planner, you will play a crucial role in analysing sales data and market trends to forecast demand and ensure optimal inventory levels for our clients. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop...
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Demand Planner
5 days ago
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per yearJob Title: Demand PlannerLocation: Cape Town, South AfricaHire Resolve, a reputable recruitment agency, are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our client's team in Cape Town. The Demand Planner will be responsible for developing and refining our client's demand forecasting processes to ensure accurate product demand...
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Demand Planner
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Demand Planner
5 days ago
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R300 000 - R600 000 per yearJob Title: Demand PlannerLocation: Cape Town, South AfricaHire Resolve, a reputable recruitment agency, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our team in Cape Town. The Demand Planner will be responsible for developing accurate forecasts, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with various departments to ensure...
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Demand Planner
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Demand Planner
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Demand Planner
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