Demand Planner OE BU
Demand Planner OE BU
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Job Description
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Demand Forecast and Analysis:
Collect all salesrelevant information to support both shortterm and longterm forecasting.
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using SAP and other forecasting tools.
Create forecast proposals and present them to management and relevant stakeholders.
Analyze Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) calloffs to refine forecasts and ensure alignment with actual demand.
Data Management and System Oversight:
Check and validate data in the planning system applying the unconstrained demand plan principle with the four eyes approach.
Ensure data integrity and validation in all forecasting and planning activities.
Manage master data related to demand planning and inventory control.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with sales marketing production and supply chain teams to align demand planning activities with business objectives.
Engage in the demand sign off meeting to finalize and validate demand forecasts.
Participate in crossfunctional meetings and provide weekly/monthly reports on demand forecasts and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Strategic Planning:
Contribute to annual business planning and support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Adjust and react to market trends and changes in demand ensuring forecasts are updated as needed.
Global and Supply Chain Perspective:
Maintain a global mindset and consider international market trends and conditions in demand planning.
Collaborate with global teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with overall supply chain management goals.
Required Education/Work Experience
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.
Minimum of 24 years of experience in demand planning supply chain management or a related role preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
Proficiency in SAP and other demand planning software and ERP systems.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
Experience with shortterm and longterm forecasting S&OP and annual business planning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with crossfunctional teams.
Strong organizational and time management abilities with a keen eye for data integrity and validation.
Ability to adjust and react to market trends and changing business conditions.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Employment Type
Full Time
