Demand Planner

Your Tasks

Demand Planning (of the category & market assigned)

• Forecasting demand by analyzing sales data and market trends with the distributors
• Coordinating with Supply planners for on time and in full NPDs and Relaunches
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain performance and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
  - Generating regular reports to track key metrics and communicate performance to stakeholders.

Inventory Management

• Manage inventory at distributor effectively to secure product sales and devise improvement actions to maximize utilization
• Controlling demand & replenishment for items based on SKU classification
• Monitor, evaluate and build depletion plans for excess stocks, blocked stocks and short shelf-life stocks.
• Aligning with stakeholders plans to deplete short shelf life and excess stocks.

Reporting

• Report on inventory (DIH) and forecast accuracy monthly
• Monthly reporting on Waste risks and depletion action plans
• Report NS & IMS forecast accuracy by SKU for M+3 & M+1 for owned categories and markets monthly
• Track and report on distributor stock coverage progression & expected YE landing

Collaboration and Communication

• Liaise with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, finance to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business goals.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on supply chain status and resolve any issues.
• Analyze demand issues and facilitate resolution throughout the supply chain
• Leading and delivering forecast cycles for business planning

Others

• Any additional analysis, tasks and duties, which would be required to fulfill the scope of the role as requested by the line manager.
• Work with the distributors to build their forecasting capabilities to ensure a stable NS forecast and minimum waste due to forecast fluctuations.

• Bachelor from an accredited university with a focus on Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain
• 5+ years of experience in demand/supply planning in an FMCG company or similar industry.
• High proficiency in MS Office applications with emphasis on advanced excel.
• Knowledge of SAP (R3 & APO) is an advantage.
• High analytical skills & attention to details
• Ability to quickly understand & grasp business processes
• Team player and able to work autonomously
• High sense of urgency & ability to timely root cause & resolve problems
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory. Arabic is a plus.