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Manager Demand Planning

Manager Demand Planning

PepsiCoGurugram, IN
16 days ago
Job description

Responsibilities

Job Overview :

Key accountabilities of the role include :

  • Forecasting Accuracy : Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts by incorporating inputs from regional product launches,pricing strategies, and innovation plans.
  • Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) : Support the S&OP process by providing detailed demand insights and collaborating with key stakeholders to align on sales targets and inventory levels.
  • Market Analysis : Analyze market trends and sales data to identify patterns and adjust forecasts accordingly, ensuring responsiveness to market changes.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration : Engage with category teams, unit managers, and key account managers to gather insights and ensure alignment on demand planning strategies.
  • KPI Tracking and Reporting : Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, ABC segmentation, and channel-level performance, and conduct root cause analysis for any deviations.
  • Process Improvement : Continuously improve demand planning processes and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and support the business unit's growth objectives.
  • SKU Rationalization : Implement SKU rationalization processes to optimize the product portfolio, ensuring a balanced mix of high-performing SKUs and eliminating underperforming ones to streamline operations and improve profitability. 8. Problem-Solving : Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges in demand planning and inventory management. 9. Attention to Detail : High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in forecasts and reports.

Qualifications

Key Skills / Experience Required

Identify any differentiating expertise required for success in the role.

Education :

  • Collaboration and Communication : Strong interpersonal skills to engage with category teams, unit managers, and key account managers, ensuring alignment on demand planning strategies
  • Forecasting Expertise : Proficiency in developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts based on inputs received and leveraging ISCP system
  • Market Insight : Capability to understand and respond to market changes, integrating insights into demand planning processes
  • KPI Tracking and Reporting : Competence in tracking and reporting key performance indicators, conducting root cause analysis, and addressing deviations
  • Process Improvement : Ability to continuously improve demand planning processes and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and support business growth.
  • SKU Rationalization : Expertise in implementing SKU rationalization processes to optimize the product portfolio.
  • NPD – Overseeing the new product launches and ensure readiness from supply side

    • Differentiating Competencies Required.

    Role need to evolve to - strategic thinking to anticipate market trends, advanced data analytics skills to drive results, and collaborative abilities to effectively engage with stakeholders and integrate insights into actions

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