Regional Demand Planner - Regional Demand Planner
Reporting Manager - Regional SCM Head
Roles & Activities :
- Define and track regional demand KPIs such as MAPE, Bias (Forecast vs. Actual), and Fidelity (forecast stability / patterns)
- Follow Global demand planning frameworks (e.g., BCG-recommended process) into regional execution across SKUs and markets
- Support adoption of AI / ML forecasting solutions at a regional level, with focus on segmentation (e.g., Y & Z SKUs)
- Partner with the Global S&OP CoE to ensure regional plans align with global forecasting standards while addressing local business needs
- Drive budgeting and annual demand planning exercises for the region in alignment with commercial and finance teams
Tactical Activities :
Run and monitor regional demand review sessions, ensuring issues are tracked and resolved with stakeholdersEnsure closure of MOM forecasts (constrained and unconstrained) for the region, supporting supply planning inputsTrack and manage a regional SKU based demand list, leading improvement in regional demand & forecastAlign demand and supply to balance inventory health and service levels in coordination with regional supply planners & commercial teamsMonitor product margins and incorporate marketing promotions into demand planning process to assess the impact on sales forecastDrive and support regular portfolio rationalization drives across geographiesCreate and maintain DP templates for region align with APS platform requirements and global guidelines once the system is liveManage demand planning readiness for NPLs (New Product Launches) including code creation, forecast preparedness, and launch alignment with commercial and supply teamsOperational Activities :
Provide regular updates to regional leadership and RSOP on demand risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.Maintain clean data and accurate forecast inputs in APS / SONAR systems (e.g., product hierarchy).Drive APS / SONAR adoption, ensure user training, and promote system-driven forecasting.Share feedback with Global CoE on tool usability and regional customization needsKey KPIs :
WMAPE (%), Bias & Demand Fidelity, SONAR & APS Utilization incl. adoption, NPL Demand accuracy and launch readiness metrics(ref : iimjobs.com)