As a Demand Planner Eurasia at Mondelēz International in Almaty, Kazakhstan, you will develop 0-24-month IBP forecasts, manage the demand planning cycle, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business objectives in a full-time, regular role.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, operations management, or a related field.
3 years of proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analysis, inventory management, or similar analytical roles.
Proficiency with SAP APO and advanced Microsoft Excel.
Preferred experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI and statistical software like R or Python.
Skills & Responsibilities
Demand planning systems: Utilize tools like SAP APO and advanced Excel functions to compile forecasts and manage the demand planning cycle.
Data analysis: Perform root-cause analysis for forecast errors, bias, and service issues using strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Cross-functional collaboration: Influence sales, marketing, and operational teams to align on IBP forecasts and improve supply chain execution.
Communication and negotiation: Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and local partners to build consensus and resolve conflicts.
Potential transition routes: People from supply chain analyst, inventory management, or operations planning roles may bring relevant analytical and forecasting skills, alongside meeting the required demand planning experience.
Job description
Job Description
You will develop the 0-24-month IBP forecast by brand and at the stock keeping unit (SKU) level. You will coordinate, challenge and influence building block with input from sales, marketing and other partners. In addition, you will review the disaggregated short-term demand plan, which includes SKU/location mix and weekly pacing. Finally, you will provide the finalized detailed demand plan by SKU to supply planners and adjust it based on feedback from supply planners or commercial teams.
How you will contribute
You will:
Contribute to the demand management cycle of the integrated business planning (IBP) process for your categories and to strategy and structure discussions
Liaise with the commercial and operational teams and develop ways to continuously improve communication between the functions to support the delivery of the business KPIs for their families
Manage forecast compilation process, which includes owning the short-term weekly plan and the long-term forecast (three or more months)
Interact with modelling team to generate statistical forecasting
Participate in the integrated business planning process and manage the demand planning tool
Perform root-cause analysis for continuous plan improvement for key service issues, forecast errors and bias, and share output with appropriate leadership
Monitor shipment plan calculated by IMS planners, Eurasia level
Reflect codes changes for Biscuits & SS category, Eurasia level
Lead LDR meeting for Stans&MNG; Check and validate total category on brand level all Eurasian countries
Monitor SFA & Bias performance on cluster and category level
Check Sell In reflection vs Production availability on brand level for Eurasia
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
Experience in a fast-moving consumer goods or consumer packaged goods environment, preferably in food or other fast-moving, dynamic industry where shelf life is a constraint
Experience within an IBP/S&OP environment
Able to influence cross-functional teams, working on priorities and improving the plan
Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills – and able to understand and interpret data
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Team player who can work with many other functions on daily basis
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
The Demand Planner role will be responsible for the correctness and accuracy of Sell in plans as a result of the IBP process, will coordinate a team of IMS planners responsible for Sell out plan and inventory levels for finished goods. The IMS team is responsible primarily for the following countries: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Mongolia. Project involvement related to Kazakhstan, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Belarus may also be required.
Reporting to the DP&F Manager for the Eurasia region, the Demand Planner will collaborate closely within the broader Customer Service & Logistics (CS&L) function, encompassing Order to Cash, Logistical Operations and co-packing activities. Furthermore, close cooperation with various operational and commercial departments is expected to ensure seamless supply chain execution and alignment with business objectives.
What extra ingredients you will bring:
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders: You can effectively advocate for our interests and resolve conflicts.
Cultural sensitivity and communication skills: You understand the importance of building strong relationships with local partners and stakeholders in diverse cultural contexts.
A proactive approach to process improvement: You're always looking for ways to optimize our existing processes and increase effectiveness.
The ability to train and mentor team members: You're passionate about developing talent and building a high-performing team.
A strong sense of ownership and accountability: You take pride in your work and are committed to delivering results.
Exceptional organizational skills combined with a strategic mindset: You can manage the day-to-day details while keeping the bigger picture in focus.
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management, operations management or in a related field.
Job specific requirements:
3 years of proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analysis, inventory management, or a similar analytical role, preferably within a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with demand planning and forecasting tools/systems – preferably SAP APO
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling)
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is preferred
Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., R, Python) for data analysis is a plus
Exceptional ability to collect, analyze, interpret and present complex data, identifying trends, patterns and insights
Attention to detail - High level of accuracy in data entry, analysis, and report generation to ensure reliable forecasts.
Relocation Support Available?
No Relocation support available
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