Remote Senior Analyst, Global Demand Planning & SCM Systems

R&D Partners; Dublin; Remote; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

R&D Partners seeks a Senior Analyst, Global Demand Planning & Supply Chain Systems to drive standardized demand management across regions and optimize forecasting methodologies. You will act as SME for planning systems, collaborate with global stakeholders, and lead process improvements within a remote role based in Ireland.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in demand planning or supply chain planning, strong analytics, and experience with ERP/PLS like SAP IBP or BW, with excellent communication

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning and/or supply chain planning environments.
• Strong knowledge of forecasting methodologies and planning processes.
• Experience working with forecasting and planning systems.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Access, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer-focused mindset.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Partner with global supply chain leaders to establish and maintain standardized demand management processes across regions.
• Act as a subject matter expert for demand planning systems and tools, ensuring effective utilization of capabilities.
• Enhance existing demand planning methodologies and promote operational best practices.
• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and integrate demand planning activities with broader supply chain processes.
• Coach and support Demand Planners and Supply Chain stakeholders in implementing process improvements.
• Analyze and maintain forecasting parameters, statistical models, and forecast profiles to improve accuracy.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance forecasting outputs generated by enterprise planning systems.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training programs for demand and supply planning teams.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and training workshops globally.
• Provide guidance and support to global demand management teams.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving activities and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality and operational standards.
• Support post-implementation activities following new process or system deployments.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) during internal and external stakeholder engagements.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting methodologies

Planning systems

Stakeholder management

Advanced analytics

Excel

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, Business, Marketing, or related discipline

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP BW

Tableau

ERP systems

Job description

R&D Partners seeks a Senior Analyst, Global Demand Planning & Supply Chain Systems to drive standardized demand management across regions and optimize forecasting methodologies. You will act as SME for planning systems, collaborate with global stakeholders, and lead process improvements within a remote role based in Ireland.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in demand planning or supply chain planning, strong analytics, and experience with ERP/PLS like SAP IBP or BW, with excellent communication