Demand Planning Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Report on category performance for the previous and current year across all initiatives.

• Conduct monthly evaluations of Building Blocks delivery performance and top-line results per customer.

• Examine category forecasts for inconsistencies, trends, and underlying assumptions.

• Validate bottom-up value forecasts at an aggregate level against financial aggregated rate calculations.

• Provide insights for reviewing historical performance, assumptions, potential risks, and opportunities.

• Finalize demand forecasts without constraints after conducting category demand reviews.

• Predict KPIs such as Forecast Accuracy (FCA), Forecast Value Add (FCVA), and Forecast Bias (FB).

• Gather, assess, and interpret intricate data sets to facilitate informed business decisions.

• Collaborate directly with clients and cross-functional teams to pinpoint trends, patterns, and insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong understanding of demand planning principles.

• Familiarity with Customer Business Development processes.

• A robust analytical mindset.

• Effective problem-solving abilities.

• Organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Practical experience in demand planning: 3 to 5 years for A4 level or 5 to 7 years for B1 level.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, including options for remote work, adaptable work hours, and alternative schedules.

• Opportunities for career advancement and growth across various professions.