SUPV, DEMAND MANAGEMENT

Job Overview

Key Tasks:  

Develop demand forecasts for key customers and some product lines in support of the Auto sales forecast.
Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data and evaluate accuracy of forecast results.
Co-ordinate cross-functional activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales or customer input.
Interact with PM leaders to understand forecast drivers, gain consensus and align forecast model to finance guidance projections.
Monitor demand plan versus actual results on monthly basis, perform root cause analysis and drive improvement activities.
Input and maintain information in the demand planning software, use as the primary forecasting system tool and comply with established timeframes to support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Provide input and preparation of data used for the supply planning consensus meetings.
Monitor Key customer SA behavior to improve SA forecasting accuracy.
Design material planning proposal (such as safety stock) to PM/Sales base on product business and production features.
Competencies/Skills:

Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all business functions.
Strong analytical ability to mine data and derive critical information from varied inputs.
Time management skills.
Fast learner and capable of adapting to new requirements and systems.
Enthusiasm and willingness to drive continuous improvement into the forecast process.
 
Key Qualifications, Experiences and Knowledge:

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Business Management or Supply Chain.
Over 5 years planning experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Demonstrated experience 3 years in Supply Chain Planning roles implementing SAP IBP Supply Projects
Knowledge of SAP (ECC, S4/Hana) / IBP (Supply / Response) is a must
Working knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain and planning operations.  
Strong proficiency in Microsoft office
Flexibility to support global collaboration outside normal work hours.

What your background should look like:

Competencies