Demand Planning

6 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time

Job Advertisement: Demand Planning Manager

Responsibilities:

  • Forecasting Excellence: Predict demand for specific products and/or services in terms of value and product mix for future periods, driving supply chain activities.

  • Effective Communication: Timely and effectively communicate information to all stakeholders using appropriate channels.

  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with functional teams, including supply planners, supply chain management, operations, finance, quality assurance, and product development to gather relevant data and insights on demand.

  • Influential Decision-Making: Drive cross-functional collaboration to influence demand on the supply chain, prioritizing demand for order fulfillment based on business objectives and customer segmentation.

  • Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): Act as the demand owner/representative in all NHLS sales and operations planning processes to facilitate demand-supply balancing analysis.

  • Reporting and Analytics: Prepare reports and statistics related to demand planning and forecasting, managing forecast models, analyzing trends, and maintaining accurate data.

  • Performance Measurement: Develop and measure key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of demand planning and forecasting, driving continuous improvement.

  • Strategic Support: Support business, marketing, inventory, finance, or production strategies and identify organizational/supply chain improvement opportunities to meet market needs.

  • Risk Management: Review and assess risks related to supply and demand variability, identifying opportunities to manage and mitigate risks.

  • Technology Integration: Develop, implement, and utilize tools and technology for managing and analyzing the supplier portfolio.

  • Stakeholder Relations: Cultivate and maintain constructive working relationships with all stakeholders.

  • Leadership and Development: Coach and mentor staff as required, providing leadership in day-to-day administrative tasks.

Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies:

  • Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Public Management/Logistics/Commerce, NQF LEVEL 6.

  • 8 years of Demand Planning experience, with at least 5 years in a Managerial or supervisory role.

  • Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, PFMA, and treasury regulations.

  • Familiarity with applicable policies and procedures, Economics, and Accounting.

  • Proficient in relevant tools and technology.

  • Knowledge of customer service principles, Forecasting, and Demand Principles.

  • Analytical and critical thinking skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Problem-solving and numerical skills.

  • Exceptional attention to detail.

  • Advanced computer literacy.

  • Effective presentation skills.

  • Customer service relations expertise.

If you are an experienced and strategic-thinking Demand Planning Manager, ready to lead and innovate in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our supply chain and driving successful business outcomes.

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