Demand Planner
1 month ago
Purpose of the Job
We are seeking a meticulous and strategic Demand Planner to join our dynamic team.
The Demand Planner will play a pivotal role in forecasting future product demand, ensuring that the company can meet customer needs.
This role is critical for maintaining optimal inventory levels, reducing costs, and ensuring timely availability of materials for production.
This position will set the production plan and procurement targets.
This position will collaborate between Sales, Procurement and Production to achieve optimal inventory targets.
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Certification in Logistics from APICS or similar would be advantageous.Knowledge & Experience
This position requires a balance of analytical skills, market knowledge, and effective communication to align supply and demand. We require a systems implementor that can assist in improving our material movement tracking between operations, to improve planning accuracy. Proven experience in Sales and Operation planning. Systems driven, MRP Super-user. Proven work experience as Demand planner, Forecasting, Production Planner or similar role, preferably in the manufacturing (preferably within an OEM Environment) industry. Strong analytical and quantitative skills to analyse complex data sets and forecast demand accurately. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Inventory optimization techniques. Excellent computer skills, preferable, Syspro, M3, Excel, Syncron GIM, Advanced Planning systems iPlanner), Machine learning programs. Project management skills and experience.Competencies
Must have a structured approach, analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, critical thinking. Change management and change integration should also be second nature. Self-managing; works well under little supervision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Confidence to question systems and processes and verify information. Attention to detail and well organised. Detail-oriented and highly organised, capable of managing multiple priorities. Track record of value adding in a Multi-National Corporate environment through collaboration.Responsibilities
Develop and implement an effective Sales Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align supply and demand plans. Facilitate monthly S&OP meetings with key stakeholders from sales, procurement and operations to review and adjust plans. Develop and implement an effective Sales Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align supply and demand plans. Facilitate monthly S&OP meetings with key stakeholders from sales, procurement and operations to review and adjust plans. Develop effective forecast models. Analyse sales forecasts, production plans and inventory levels to identify gaps and recommend adjustments. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sales, inventory, production and provide regular reports to management. Establish and maintain KPIs and metrics to measure relationship between forecasting, production plans and inventory levels. Generate RAs for all processes within span of control. Implementation of RA controls. Adhere to audit standard. Continually investigate and interrogate current practices and processes. Implementation of corrective and preventative actions. Maintain a safe and secure environment to protect the company’s property, assets, and people. Maintain and manage costs. Maintain healthy and productive working relationships with all departments (and individuals within the departments) across the organisation. Maintain professional and productive relationships with customers, contractors and suppliers.Closing Date: th June 4
Join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on the success and sustainability of our company. As the Demand Planner, you will have the opportunity to shape and optimise our planning landscape.
Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK billion in 3, and has around passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around countries.
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