Job Description

Bluefish is looking for profiles to fill the position of Head Demand Planning, contributing to the accomplishment of the Demand Planning function objectives The position will report to Head - SCM The role would be involved in the below mentioned areas: Developing effective forecasting models based on Market trend and demand patterns Gaining and maintaining solid understanding of each market set up and the impact on forecasting models Proposing and implementing solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy Successfully communicating forecast and inventory estimations to management Monitoring and reporting on important changes in sales Forecast, budgets and business strategies Conducting monthly forecast maintenance Addressing demand related issues in a timely manner Scheduling regular forecast review meetings with country managers / management Maintaining demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy Updating forecast for new products, seasonal products, discounts, Opportunities and promotions Working with team members to plan, coordinate and execute demand planning activities Coordinating with Supply / Inventory Team to monitor and maintain optimal Inventory levels Assisting in employee recruitment, performance evaluation, promotion and retention activities Maintaining training material and organizing training to team members Education and Experience Bachelors Degree and / or masters degree in business, Supply Chain, or other related fields A minimum of 15+ years of experience in a demand planning / forecasting role A solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge The capability to multitasking in a fast paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Skills & Abilities Requirements Soft Skills: Planning Communication Teamwork & collaboration Problem solving Stakeholder Engagement Influencing / Persuasion Delivering Presentations Hard Skills: Knowledge of Supply Chain Processes Demand Planning Statistical Forecasting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Microsoft Excel Data Analysis Statistical Forecasting Business Planning Advance Planning Systems and Tools Report Development Financial Analysis