Demand Analyst Europe Center of Excellence (CoE)

1420 Bacardi Espana, S.A.; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay package

Paid Time Off

Health & wellbeing programs

Retirement/pension plan

Family-friendly leave policies

Descripción de la vacante

1420 Bacardi Espana, S.A. in Barcelona is seeking a candidate skilled in demand forecasting and analytics. Your main responsibility includes providing reliable demand forecasts and driving execution, collaborating with global teams on strategic projects.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to influence stakeholders while working in a dynamic environment. The role promotes continuous improvement by encouraging innovative solutions for better demand planning.

Formación

• Ability to interpret complex data sets for decision making.
• Proficiency in forecasting techniques and tools.
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles.
• Ability to build strategic insights in complex environments.
• Cross-functional collaboration and strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to adjust forecasts based on new inputs.
• Advanced skills in data visualization and predictive analytical models.
• Fluent English is a prerequisite.

Responsabilidades

• Provide reliable demand forecasts for a 0-24 month horizon.
• Drive no or low touch forecasting ensuring system alerts are effective.
• Review forecasts from a high level for balanced volume outlook.
• Continuously improve the demand planning process.
• Collaborate on strategic forecast improvement projects.
• Align with market DPs through dedicated forums.
• Lead setting the base for Long-term planning process.
• Participate in S&OP and provide clear insights into demand drivers.

Conocimientos

Analytical Thinking

Demand Forecasting Expertise

Business Acumen

Strategic Insight

Collaboration & Communication

Problem-Solving & Adaptability

Technical Proficiency

Language Skills

Herramientas

SAP BI

Power BI

ERP Systems

Advanced Excel

Descripción del empleo

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Forecasting Demand — Provide the markets reliable ‘unemotional’ and ‘unpolitical’ baseline; focused on the full horizon of 0‑24 months at monthly level buckets, including guidance and support to markets on where to focus to make a difference.
• Drive ‘no or low touch forecasting’ by setting the right parameters for exception‑based planning; ensuring the system ‘alerts’ are set up correctly.
• Drive for execution, review forecast from a higher level and build the full picture. Ensuring a balanced and honest volume outlook for the region.
• Continuous improvement of the demand planning process, challenge the status quo and drive new initiatives.
• Collaboration & Communication — Work with global CoE on strategic forecast improvement projects and system enhancement opportunities.
• Alignment with market DPs through dedicated forums ensuring a two‑way stream of insights.
• Lead and own the ‘setting the base for Long‑term planning’ process for the region; aligning with regional brand marketing, strategy and finance.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning); supporting the CoE in preparation for monthly performance rhythm by providing impactful and clear insights in demand drivers for the region.

SKILLS

• Analytical Thinking — Ability to interpret complex data sets; take the right decision based on facts and figures.
• Demand Forecasting Expertise — Proficiency in forecasting techniques and tools (e.g., time series, regression); experience using demand planning software (SAP BI, HANA etc.).
• Business Acumen — Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles; understanding of sales, marketing, and finance drivers that impact demand.
• Strategic Insight — Build the full picture, especially in a complex environment; think outside the box and drive for change; create E2E transparency for strategic decisions.
• Collaboration & Communication — Cross‑functional collaboration (with sales, marketing, finance, supply chain); strong communication and presentation skills; ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus.
• Problem‑Solving & Adaptability — Quick decision‑making in dynamic environments; flexibility to adjust forecasts based on new inputs or disruptions; continuous improvement mindset.
• Technical Proficiency — Advanced Excel skills; advanced SAP superuser skills; experience with ERP systems and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI); advanced understanding of predictive analytical models.
• Language Skills — Fluent English a prerequisite.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Clear communicator, able to deliver findings in an engaging, fresh and impactful manner, cutting through the complex to tell a simple, compelling narrative.
• Charismatic and persuasive business partner with gravitas to engage with high‑level managers internally and externally.
• A creative, strategic and integrated thinker.
• Passion for and confidence with deconstructing and reframing complex questions and an analytic ability to distil disparate datasets into clear & meaningful recommendations.
• Open to feedback and transparent and honest.
• Ambitious and eager to drive results.
• A team player who thrives on working collaboratively, inspiring others and bringing out the best in others.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

• Belonging: Capacity to create a culture of belonging where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
• Self‑Awareness: High levels of self‑awareness, reflective, know oneself well and understand impact on others.
• People Agility: Ability to understand and relate to people and navigate tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
• Results Agility: Consistent delivery of results in first‑time situations by inspiring teams and building confidence.
• Mental Agility: Think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand possibilities by making fresh connections.
• Strategy: Think strategically while remaining execution focused and bringing creativity to challenges.
• Change Agility: Curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with heat of change; growth and learning mindset.

PERKS OF WORKING FOR US

Our total rewards program is based on pay for performance, with incentive programs linked to company and individual performance.

• Competitive pay package.
• Paid Time Off, holiday entitlements, and additional days (e.g., volunteer day).
• Retirement/pension plan.
• Health & wellbeing: medical, critical illness, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Family‑friendly and inclusive leave policies.
• Additional benefits may vary by employment nature, location, and are subject to change.

DISCLAIMER

Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.