BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.
To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day.
Come be a part of this journey as we are looking for a Demand Planning & Forecasting Executive!
Seniority Level: Experienced Professional Function: Finance Salary Range: $110k – $120k NZD base salary + Bonus Scheme + Excellent benefits Location: Auckland, New Zealand In this role you will be an experienced demand Planner with high levels of analytical, planning, problem solving, and stakeholder management skills, to join their small and collaborative team.
The role will best suit an experienced demand planner who is looking to develop their leadership capabilities and enjoys working in an environment where you can take responsibility, ownership, and accountability in a fast-paced environment.
Critical to the role will be your forecasting, modelling, planning, and analytical skills, statistical and trend-reading ability.
You will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders demonstrating strong relationship management, communication, and confident influencing skills to ensure your success in building and maintaining positive working relationships.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE: Publishing an accurate monthly demand plan for the business.
Identify, communicate, and resolve demand issues as they occur.
Implement new demand planning methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
Managing, measuring, and reporting forecast accuracy.
Compile and produce forecasting data for S&OP on a monthly basis.
Maintain all planning parameters.
Building internal relationships and problem solving.
Gatekeeper for forecast exception process.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrated demand planning experience, ideally within an FMCG environment with qualification related to the supply chain sector preferred but not essential.
Solid understanding of inventory management practice and procedures.
Experience using ERP systems such as SAP.
Strong numerical and analytical skills; and Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
BENEFICIAL: Delivering in ambiguous & dynamic situations as a part of a global multi-functional team by building partnerships & working diplomatically.
Drives innovation & knowledge sharing.
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This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.
See what is possible for you at BAT.
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We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
Come bring your difference!
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