Key Purpose
To ignite forecasting excellence by combining data analytics, market intelligence, and collaborative insight to deliver fast, accurate, and actionable demand plans that reduce risk, boost responsiveness, and elevate supply chain performance.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Key Outcome
Demand Forecasting and Analysis
Develop rolling demand forecasts at SKU, brand, and channel level across appropriate time horizons.
Leverage statistical tools, market intelligence, and sales input to produce a baseline forecast.
Maintain and update the demand planning system (e.g., SAP IBP) with latest forecast data.
Forecast Review and Alignment
Facilitate forecast review meetings with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to align on volume expectations.
Analyse forecast variances and collaborate with stakeholders to adjust projections accordingly.
Support the consensus forecast process as part of the monthly S&OP cycle.
Data Management and Reporting
Analyse historical sales, promotional uplift, and consumption trends to inform future projections.
Monitor performance indicators such as forecast accuracy, bias, and value add (FVA).Prepare demand planning reports and dashboards for use in planning forums.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with Supply Planning, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure forecast alignment with operational and financial targets.
Communicate forecast changes, risks, and assumptions clearly and in a timely manner.
Assist in scenario planning and short-term adjustments in response to market or operational changes.
Continuous Improvement
Identify drivers of forecast inaccuracy and contribute to root cause analysis and improvement initiatives.
Recommend enhancements to forecasting models, data inputs, and planning processes.
Stay updated on best practices, tools, and techniques in demand planning.
Skills, Experience & Education
Education
Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or related field
Preferred: Honours degree or postgraduate diploma in Demand Planning, Forecasting, or Analytics
Experience
3 - 5 years of experience in demand forecasting, supply chain planning, or analytics within FMCG or manufacturing environment
Experience working with cross-functional teams (Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing)Familiarity with S&OP or IBP cycles is advantageous
Skills
Proficiency in SAP IBP, APO, or similar demand planning systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Power BI or data visualisation tools advantageous
Understanding of statistical modelling, forecasting principles, and lifecycle planning
Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to interpret and present complex data in a business-friendly format
Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
Time management and ability to meet tight planning cycle deadlines
Deadline:22nd February,2026