Demand Planner Demand Planner Paris, J, FR May 28, 2025

Beam Suntory; Antony; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Demand Planner to develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and the responsibility for ensuring the integrity of forecasting processes. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, experience in demand planning, and proficiency in relevant software tools.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and French.
• Proven experience in Demand Planning or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of statistical forecasting methods.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical data.
• Responsible for Demand Planning processes including Demand Review meeting.
• Enhance S&OP maturity by identifying process improvement opportunities.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Outils

SAP APO

IBP

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Description du poste

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and promotional activities. Facilitate driver-based discussions and ensure the integrity of building blocks by applying statistical forecasting methods. Identify and communicate risks and opportunities to drive discussions in relevant S&OP meetings
• Responsible for Demand Planning Clinics & efficient Commercial interaction as part of the local S&OP Process and a smooth volume to value transition
• This role is also an interface to the one level up S&OP and be part of the overall International S&OP team
• Proactively communicates potential risks and opportunities at volume and value level
• Coordinates with regional planning and works closely with innovation and international S&OP teams to ensure consistency of the process and optimal usage of existing reports and regional cascade documents, with a key focus on demand planning, supply planning, innovation, slobs, portfolio management
• Partner with finance to ensure alignment to the one number principle creating the base for the IR process
• Position will report to Senior S&OP Manager
• Incumbent will drive the demand forecasting creation process and facilitate the Demand Review as part of the effective implementation of S&OP across the assigned markets
• This person will work with Supply Chain Fulfilment to ensure the join-up between demand and supply within S&OP framework

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for Demand Planning processes including Demand Review meeting
• Responsible for full horizon forecasts for the entire range of products with constant monitoring of the sales
• Creation and maintenance / updating of forecast profiles for the various brands of the assortment as well as data cleansing
• Analysis of forecast deviations including recommendations for appropriate measures to optimize forecast accuracy
• Responsible for continuously improving Forecast Accuracy on a weekly and / or monthly level
• Back Up for other Demand Planners
• Active collaboration with all departments of the company with a focus on key accounts, sales controlling, marketing and customer service
• Close collaboration with local and international Supply Chain
• Enhance S&OP maturity by identifying process improvement opportunities in forecasting and planning methodologies, and participating in Demand Planning related projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Demand Planner or in a similar role within supply chain management
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and forecasting techniques
• Familiarity with demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, IBP, or similar tools), good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel and Power BI
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and tools
• Experience in inventory management and optimization strategies
• Understanding of market trends and consumer behavior
• Fluent in English and French
• Travel – 10%

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