lead and own the demand forecasting process for the assigned portion of SKU portfolio, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business objectives
drive cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, integrating market intelligence, demand drivers, and promotional strategies into forecasting decisions
monitor and optimise forecast accuracy KPIs (MAPE, Bias, Rolling Forecast Error), conducting root cause analysis, and implementing structural improvements
evaluate and refine demand forecasts for seasonal events, promotions, and market shifts, ensuring alignment with revenue targets, marketing plans, and customer demand patterns
champion process innovation by implementing automation, analytical enhancements, and workflow improvements to increase forecasting precision and efficiency
mentor and develop demand planning team members, building expertise in advanced forecasting techniques and cross-functional collaboration
Requirements
a degree in supply chain, business analytics, statistics, economics, industrial engineering, or a related field
6+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain analytics, managing complex, multi-SKU portfolios across regions
advanced knowledge of statistical and machine learning forecasting methods (e.g., multivariate regression, time-series modelling), with a strong command of metrics like MAPE and forecast bias
proven ability to design, implement, and continuously improve forecasting models and planning processes
proficiency in Excel and SQL; strong experience with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI to develop executive-level dashboards
strong communicator with a track record of influencing senior leadership and mentoring teams; fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)