SWAT Demand Planner

We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow, Job Overview Function Overview The GIC Supply Chain team manages end-to-end operations, encompassing planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and analytics They strategically plan to meet market demands, optimize sourcing, ensure efficient production, and oversee the seamless movement of goods from production to delivery

The team employs advanced analytics throughout these processes, fostering adaptability and operational excellence This collaborative approach ensures a well-coordinated supply chain that aligns with both organizational goals and dynamic market conditions, For more details about the Function please visit this Link Purpose of the role This Role will facilitate the demand review of the PEAK process (Integrated Business Planning Process) by working cross-functionally to develop and communicate the most accurate, unbiased demand operational demand plan for the supply chain plan

Facilitate dialogue regarding risks and opportunities to cross-functional teams, including operating unit senior leadership Continuously leverage CI tools to streamline forecasting processes, improve forecast accuracy, and create supply chain efficiency, Key Accountabilities Lead the demand review (DR) process to develop monthly volume forecasts, driving alignment to the best operational demand plan Collaborate with marketing, finance, and sales to leverage various consumer movements, merchandising, and customer insights, Run the Demand Review process with an end-to-end look by forecasting for multiple channels, Generate data-driven business insights to drive alignment on key demand assumptions

Collaborate with GIC operational demand analysts to develop the best item/week/location forecasts to achieve inventory targets while enabling superior customer service, Collaborate with the GIC Statistical Forecasting Analyst to deliver business insights that optimize statistical forecasting output for the business, Influence the commercial and business team to improve statistical forecasting adoption to reduce manual efforts, Contribute to new product forecasting assumptions and participate in launch meetings, Partner with the cross-functional business team to ensure a successful Sales and Operations process that balances supply and demand while minimizing waste, Metrics and KPIs : Engage / Participate in OU BPM RUN and Improve meetings to provide business insights on defined business metrics, Drive continuous improvement by analyzing current processes and implementing new forecasting methodologies, tools, and techniques to reduce effort and improve results, Collaborate with the GIC Hub leadership team in contributing to functional OGSM development and other improve inuitiatives, Drive a continuous improvement mindset through waste elimination, improving, standardizing, and automating existing processes, Mentor & train team members to develop SWAT capability within the HUB Demand planning team, Partner with the GPE (Global Process excellence) and OU (Operating Unit) team to work on process improvements, Minimum Qualifications

Education Full time graduation from an accredited university (MandatoryNote: This is the minimum education criteria which cannot be altered) Master in business administrations with specialization in Supply chain, Operations management Preferred Qualifications Master in business administrations with specialization in Supply chain, Operations management CSCP, CPFCertified Professional Forecaster by Institute of Business Forecasting Minimum years of related experience required: 6-8 years work experience in Demand Planning, Demand Forecasting, S&OP, IBP , Statistical modelling or Supply Planning