Job Advertisement: Demand Planning Manager

Responsibilities:

• Forecasting Excellence: Predict demand for specific products and/or services in terms of value and product mix for future periods, driving supply chain activities.

• Effective Communication: Timely and effectively communicate information to all stakeholders using appropriate channels.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with functional teams, including supply planners, supply chain management, operations, finance, quality assurance, and product development to gather relevant data and insights on demand.

• Influential Decision-Making: Drive cross-functional collaboration to influence demand on the supply chain, prioritizing demand for order fulfillment based on business objectives and customer segmentation.

• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): Act as the demand owner/representative in all NHLS sales and operations planning processes to facilitate demand-supply balancing analysis.

• Reporting and Analytics: Prepare reports and statistics related to demand planning and forecasting, managing forecast models, analyzing trends, and maintaining accurate data.

• Performance Measurement: Develop and measure key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of demand planning and forecasting, driving continuous improvement.

• Strategic Support: Support business, marketing, inventory, finance, or production strategies and identify organizational/supply chain improvement opportunities to meet market needs.

• Risk Management: Review and assess risks related to supply and demand variability, identifying opportunities to manage and mitigate risks.

• Technology Integration: Develop, implement, and utilize tools and technology for managing and analyzing the supplier portfolio.

• Stakeholder Relations: Cultivate and maintain constructive working relationships with all stakeholders.

• Leadership and Development: Coach and mentor staff as required, providing leadership in day-to-day administrative tasks.

Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies:

• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Public Management/Logistics/Commerce, NQF LEVEL 6.

• 8 years of Demand Planning experience, with at least 5 years in a Managerial or supervisory role.

• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, PFMA, and treasury regulations.

• Familiarity with applicable policies and procedures, Economics, and Accounting.

• Proficient in relevant tools and technology.

• Knowledge of customer service principles, Forecasting, and Demand Principles.

• Analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Problem-solving and numerical skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Advanced computer literacy.

• Effective presentation skills.

• Customer service relations expertise.

Seeking an adept and strategic-minded demand planning manager prepared to lead and innovate in a dynamic setting. We encourage you to apply and be part of shaping our supply chain's future while achieving successful business outcomes.