Remote Demand Planning Manager, FMCG

Placements24; Paarl; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Significant bonus

Full remote work

Medical aid coverage

Retirement annuity

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Dynamic virtual team

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a data-driven Demand Planning Manager for a prominent FMCG client. This fully remote role will lead forecasting, inventory optimization, and production planning across South Africa from a home office.

You will leverage advanced analytics, collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations, and mentor a remote team of demand planners to deliver accurate forecasts and improved supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in demand planning or forecasting in FMCG.
• Proven ability to develop and implement accurate demand models.
• Experience with SAP APO, Demantra or Kinaxis.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, remote-ready.

Responsabilités

• Develop, maintain, and improve the demand planning process to ensure accurate sales forecasts.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, promotional plans, and external factors to generate consensus forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, finance, operations) to gather input and align on demand plans.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and address deviations with corrective actions.
• Translate demand forecasts into production and inventory plans with the supply planning team.
• Identify risks and opportunities related to demand fluctuations.
• Utilize demand planning software to enhance forecasting capabilities.
• Develop and present demand planning reports and insights to senior management.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of demand planners and promote best practices.
• Evaluate and improve demand planning methodologies and systems.

Connaissances

Demand forecasting

Forecast accuracy

Remote leadership

Analytics

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/related field

Outils

SAP APO

Oracle Demantra

Kinaxis

Advanced Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is actively seeking an experienced and data-driven Demand Planning Manager to lead their demand forecasting and planning operations entirely remotely. This crucial role will focus on developing accurate demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels, enhance production planning, and ensure supply chain efficiency across South Africa . You will leverage advanced analytical tools and methodologies to predict consumer demand, manage forecast accuracy, and collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams, all while working from your home office. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in demand planning, exceptional analytical prowess, and a deep understanding of FMCG market dynamics. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on supply chain performance and profitability in a fully remote capacity, driving strategic decisions for our client's success. We are seeking a proactive leader who can thrive in a virtual environment and deliver precise forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve the company's demand planning process to ensure accurate sales forecasts.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, promotional plans, and external factors to generate consensus forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, finance, operations) to gather input and align on demand plans.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify root causes of deviations, implementing corrective actions.
• Work closely with the supply planning team to translate demand forecasts into effective production and inventory plans.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities related to demand fluctuations.
• Utilize demand planning software and tools to enhance forecasting capabilities and efficiency.
• Develop and present demand planning reports and insights to senior management.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to demand planning methodologies and systems.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of demand planners, fostering best practices and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Statistics, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in demand planning or forecasting, with a strong focus on the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing accurate demand forecasting models.
• Expertise in using demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, Kinaxis) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and S&OP processes.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, adapted for a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and lead remote teams.
• Experience in influencing cross-functional stakeholders and driving consensus.
• Must possess a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary.
• Significant performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Full remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical aid coverage.
• Retirement annuity and other financial benefits.
• Ample paid time off.
• Professional development budget and training programs.
• Supportive and dynamic virtual team environment.