Demand Planning Manager: Forecast, Growth & Collaboration

FHLB Des Moines; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider in Ireland is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to oversee the demand planning function, ensuring forecast accuracy and product availability. The role involves leading a team, collaborating with various departments, and managing change initiatives. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. The position offers potential for career development within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in demand planning or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with advanced Excel required.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the demand planning team to deliver KPIs.
• Manage recruitment, performance, and engagement within the team.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with Supply, Marketing, Merchandising, Sales, and Operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Tools

Advanced Excel

SQL

Power Query

BI

Tableau

Job description

A leading foodservice provider in Ireland is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to oversee the demand planning function, ensuring forecast accuracy and product availability. The role involves leading a team, collaborating with various departments, and managing change initiatives. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. The position offers potential for career development within a dynamic environment.