S&OP & Demand Planning Manager: Strategy to Execution

Imerys; Paris; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a Demand Planning and S&OP Planning Manager in Paris to lead the monthly demand review, coordinate the S&OP process across functions, and drive forecast accuracy. You will partner with Sales, Operations, Finance and Plant leadership to align short- and mid-term targets.

The role requires 5+ years in S&OP and demand planning in industrial settings, strong analytical skills, experience with Quintiq or similar tools, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience requirements Master Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related field
• Experience 5+ years of hands-on experience in S&OP and Demand Planning Management within an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Proven track record of working and collaborating in transversal, matrixed, and multicultural international organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional S&OP cycles involving Sales, Operations, Finance, and Plant Leadership
• 1st experience on any Forecasting Tool : set up, algorithms, data disaggregation…
• Knowledge, skills, Strong knowledge of S&OP and Demand Planning : In-depth knowledge of statistical forecasting methodologies, S&OP process implementation, and demand-supply alignment Project management skills
• Strong analytical skills (ability to deep dive daily into statistics by Product/Customer)
• Others: strategic thinking, interpersonal skills (multicultural), ability to propose solutions Advocate for data integrity Business Intelligence & Systems: Advanced proficiency in BI tools, Google Workspace, SAP HANA, SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud), and specialized statistical demand planning software (e.g., Quintiq)
• Good communication and ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels
• Languages: Fluent in English (written & spoken); additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deep analysis of Monthly Forecast Check of Forecast vs Order Book (link with Supply Chain about Backlogs or with Sales for missing Orders vs Forecast).
• Deep dive into the exceptions and warnings
• Statistical calculation to set up for new BFU, or change algorithm
• Follow up Forecast Accuracy and deviation analysis at different levels, list causes and impact
• Create close relationship with Sales Managers and Master Data Team
• Challenge Sales Managers Statistical calculation to set up for new BFU, change and adjust algorithms
• Support other Team members and update/enrich the Demand Bible
• Establish and execute an S&OP process (or implement it) for assigned scope, aligned with Imerys S&OP blueprint (to develop) and RAC process
• Generate supply planning in coordination with demand planner and sites. Purpose is to show the future load of the plants by workshop/family on a monthly basis (need to transform the demand into production requirements)
• Analyse & propose solutions for supply and demand issues. Prepares all data, metrics and scenarios to be discussed during monthly S&OP meetings.
• Ensures data generated by functional stakeholders is suitable for S&OP process. Initiates improvement actions if necessary.
• Ensures identification, monitoring and reporting of assumptions, risks and opportunities related to the medium to long-term business targets. Escalate as appropriate.
• Writes S&OP meeting minutes, communicates key conclusions to stakeholders and performs follow-up of actions
• Continuously review the S&OP process to ensure it suits business needs and is up to date with best practices
• Key interfaces: strong partnership to be built with (i) Segments leadership, (ii) product management, (iii) Supply Chain, (iii) Operations; (iv) Purchasing; (v) Finance Drives transformation and implements new BA organisation and structure for his/her perimeter 5 to 10 % business travel is required

Skills

S&OP

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Data Analysis

English Proficiency

Project Management

Education

Master Degree in Supply Chain/Engineering

Tools

Quintiq

SAP HANA

SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud)

Google Workspace

Excel

Job description

Imerys is seeking a Demand Planning and S&OP Planning Manager in Paris to lead the monthly demand review, coordinate the S&OP process across functions, and drive forecast accuracy. You will partner with Sales, Operations, Finance and Plant leadership to align short- and mid-term targets.

The role requires 5+ years in S&OP and demand planning in industrial settings, strong analytical skills, experience with Quintiq or similar tools, and fluency in English.