Demand Planner Foodservice

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Demand Planner to enhance their Sales and Operations planning. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the S&OP cycle, improving forecast accuracy, and collaborating cross-functionally to align objectives. Your expertise in demand planning and statistical metrics will be crucial in ensuring product availability and driving top-line revenue results. Join a dynamic team in a vibrant location where your contributions will significantly impact the organization and its growth trajectory. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about supply chain management and eager to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning and forecasting.
• Strong skills in statistical metrics and models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sales and Operations planning (S&OP) cycle for the region.
• Collaborate with teams to build accurate forecasts.
• Develop demand-related reports for management.

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Statistical metrics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business Management

Degree in International Trade

Degree in Logistics

Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

You will drive Kraft Heinz Business Management (KHBM) within the organization and expected to be a focal point for long term forecasts and sales data (for capacity & strategic planning) and short terms forecasts to ensure availability of the right products in the right time at the right place. You will be the owner of the forecast accuracy (MAPE) and BIAS KPIS, in addition to being an enabler for materializing Top Line Revenue results.

What You'll Do:

1. Lead the Sales and Operations planning (S&OP) cycle for the responsible cluster/region.
2. Forecasting - Review and improve In Market Sales forecast quality for multiple distributors in the region. Work Back Sell out to Sell in Forecasts using Stock Equation.
3. Work cross functionally with commercial finance, Trade marketing, Marketing and Sales to build forecasts towards aligned objectives.
4. Collaborate with Supply Planning at the factory level to identify Key Supply risks and develop suitable solutions and mitigation plans.
5. Assist in developing annual budgets and cost-effectiveness initiatives.
6. Follow and promote the company rules and regulations.
7. Develop routine and ad-hoc demand related reports for management.
8. Schedule forecast review meetings with management on regular basis.
9. Maintain and Improve demand planning/S&OP processes to improve forecast accuracy.
10. Update forecasts for new products, seasonal products, discounts & promotions.
11. Coordinate with Customer Logistics Team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels using Corrective and Preventive Action Plans.

What You bring:

• Degree in Engineering, Business Management or International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain
• 3 - 5 years working experience
• Demand Planning experience is a must
• FMCG related experience is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Skillset, especially Excel is a must.
• Previous Solid Experience with Statistical metrics, formulas and models is needed.
• Supply Chain Certification is preferred.

Location(s)
Dubai Office

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes