Position Summary

Role and Responsibilities

• Design and generate weekly and monthly statistical forecast reports
• Evolve and maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for demand & supply planning processes and systems
• Measure the impact of forecast accuracy
• Conduct current and future forecasting analysis, insuring forecasting processes and methods are followed
• Assemble and analyze all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and eventually tier 1 account POS and inventory levels)
• Make recommended adjustments to forecast and inventory targets based on changes in demand and market trends
• Lead forecast and inventory planning meetings with Marketing team, reviewing recommended sales forecasts and inventory goals (emphasis on brand transitions, new product introduction, and promotions)
• Manage inventory targets (including safety stock levels) that are approved by management.
• Prepare, report, and communicate forecast and inventory measurements to management (forecast accuracy, inventory plan vs. targets).
• Monitor SKU levels and recommend SKU rationalization initiatives in the future
• Performs other duties as assigned by management /direct supervisor

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Operations, Business Degree, Supply Chain Management, or quantitative analysis is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years related experience in Demand Planning/ Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, or other related functions
• Background in master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and planning
• Strong analytical abilities
• Strong knowledge of demand planning process within Consumer Goods Industry
• Knowledge of demand management/forecasting tools, forecasting processes in sales, marketing operations, finance, manufacturing and supply chain issues
• Detail oriented & Extreme accuracy
• Extensive spreadsheet analysis and strong mathematical abilities
• Knowledge of turn rates, key inventory performance metrics, turns, margin contributions, etc.
• Ability to lead cross-functionally
• Collaborative skills in resolving long and short positions in inventory.
• Experience in managing end of life cycle and absolute inventory.
• Good coordinator and able to work very well under high pressure
• Experience using SAP (preferred) or other ERP statistical software packages

Good command of English both spoken and written with computer literacy