Strategic Materials Planner - Inventory & Mrp

Anonymous; Acapulco; Hybrid; MXN 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health and life insurance

Career growth opportunities

Remote work

Job summary

Anonymous, a globally recognized leader in the FMCG sector, is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Supply Chain Analyst specializing in Demand Planning. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in Mexico while building accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting S&OP with data-driven insights.

You will collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to develop forecasts, monitor stock levels, and implement corrective actions to minimize costs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain analysis, or inventory management, preferably in FMCG.
• Experience developing and utilizing statistical forecasting models.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables); experience with ERP/demand planning software (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, APO).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teams.
• Fluency in Spanish; English proficiency is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for a wide range of FMCG products.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional impacts to improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product management teams to gather input for forecast development.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock across the distribution network to meet service level targets while minimizing costs.
• Identify deviations from the forecast and implement corrective actions.
• Support the S&OP process by providing data and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key supply chain and demand planning metrics.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve demand planning processes and tools.
• Assess and communicate potential supply chain risks related to demand fluctuations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Kinaxis

APO

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the FMCG sector, is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Supply Chain Analyst specializing in Demand Planning. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Mexico. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing inventory levels, improving forecast accuracy, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods across the supply chain. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to develop robust demand forecasts, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to mitigate them. We are looking for an individual with a strong quantitative background, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain principles, particularly in demand forecasting and inventory management within the FMCG industry. This role is critical for ensuring product availability and minimizing costs associated with overstocking and stockouts. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented problem-solver, adept at using data to drive strategic decisions in a dynamic, remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for a wide range of FMCG products.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional impacts to improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product management teams to gather input for forecast development.
• Monitor inventory levels and work to optimize stock across the distribution network to meet service level targets while minimizing costs.
• Identify and analyze deviations from the forecast and implement corrective actions.
• Support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing key data and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key supply chain and demand planning metrics.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve demand planning processes and tools.
• Assess and communicate potential supply chain risks related to demand fluctuations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain analysis, or inventory management, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in developing and utilizing statistical forecasting models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables) and experience with ERP/demand planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, APO).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for working effectively in a remote team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with supply chain optimization techniques.
• Fluency in Spanish; English proficiency is a strong asset.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health and life insurance, and ample opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading global FMCG company. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from home while playing a crucial role in optimizing our client's supply chain operations in Acapulco .