Demand Planner

Kenvue Inc.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Demand & Supply Planner to join the team in Reading, UK.

You will own end-to-end demand forecasts for brand/market sets, maintain governance and IBP cadence, and lead discussions in Demand Review to align cross-functional plans.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Demand Planning or S&OP/IBP
• Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics or predictive analytics
• Desirable: APICS/IBF certification

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end demand forecasts for brand/market set, ensuring accuracy and transparency of assumptions.
• Ensure full adherence to planning calendar, IBP cadence and forecast governance.
• Lead demand discussions in Demand Review and serve as the primary planning voice into IBP forums, influencing cross-functional alignment and decision making.
• Challenge inputs using fact-based analysis and scenarios.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of historic trends, macro drivers and portfolio dynamics to strengthen the demand signal.
• Identify and communicate demand risks & opportunities; recommend mitigation strategies.
• Partner with marketing, commercial, finance and supply to translate plans into forecast assumptions and inventory strategies.
• Act as a key contact for supply to ensure reliable execution of demand plans.
• Understand portfolio lifecycle management (NPI, Disc, PIPO).
• Establish, track and report KPIs related to demand planning accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with implementation and effective use of demand planning tools to improve forecast accuracy.
• Lead teams to achieve forecast value add through Demand Review blocks.
• Support critical commercial activities with targeted customer reviews

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical proficiency with demand_pln

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science/Statistics/Predictive Analytics

Tools

Demand planning software

Job description

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Demand Planner

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Who We Are

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Role reports to:

Self Care Demand Lead

場所:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, United Kingdom, Reading, Berkshire

勤務地:

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Demand & Supply Planner

Kenvue is looking for Demand & supply planner to join the team in Reading

Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities

• Analytical Skills: Strong capability in analysing data, identifying patterns, and propose actionable insights.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with advanced demand planning tools and software.
• Detail Oriented: Ability to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships across departments.
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying challenges and propose effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end demand forecasts for brand/market set, ensuring accuracy and transparency of assumptions.
• Ensure full adherence to planning calendar, IBP cadence and forecast governance.
• Lead demand discussions in Demand Review and serve as the primary planning voice into IBP forums, influencing cross-functional alignment and decision making.
• Challenge commercial, marketing and finance inputs using fact-based analysis and scenarios.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of historic trends, macro drivers, market trends and portfolio dynamics to strengthen the demand signal
• Identify and communicate demand risks & opportunities; recommend mitigation or capture strategies.
• Partner closely with marketing, commercial, finance and supply teams to translate business plans into forecast assumptions and inventory strategies.
• Act as a key point of contact for supply organisation to ensure reliable execution of demand plans and to support service
• Have a deep understanding about the portfolio in E2E perspective and use appropriate forecast and tracking approach in life cycle management (NPI, Disc, PIPO)
• Establish, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning accuracy and efficiency. Continuously evaluate and refine demand planning processes, incorporating best practices to enhance results
• Collaborate with implementation and effective use of demand planning tools and software to improve forecast accuracy
• Leads teams to achieve expected forecast value add (FVA) by incorporating/refreshing building blocks in Demand Review
• Targeted customer reviews to support execution of critical commercial activities

Education

University Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Data Science, Statistics & Predictive Analytics. Supply Chain certification (APICS/IBF) desirable

Years of Experience

3-5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, S&OP/IBP

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