Demand Planner

4 hours ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Puig Full time

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Puig is a third-generation family-owned fashion and fragrance business based in Barcelona, founded in 1914 by Antonio Puig. Our company's entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and passion for innovation has made Puig a challenger in the beauty and fashion world. Present in fashion and in the three prestige beauty categories (fragrances, makeup and dermo-cosmetics) our brand portfolio generates engagement through evocative storytelling that connects with people's emotions.

Puig creates unique and highly desirable beauty and fashion Love brands that empowers people to reinforce their self-esteem and find their own expression, in a family company that aims to leave a better world for the next generation. Our Australian portfolio includes Global Brands such asCarolina Herrera, Paco Rabanne, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Penhaligon's.

Please note this is a temporary assignment with potential to extend or convert to permanent.

The Opportunity

As a Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in driving accurate demand forecasts to ensure optimal availability for core products, new launches, and key promotional materials (e.g., testers, samples, and gifts with purchase) to support revenue budget targets.

If you enjoy fast-changing environments, problem-solving, and have a passion for demand planning optimization, this role is for you.

What you'll get to do

Demand Forecasting & Planning:

  • Own the demand planning process to develop, maintain, and continuously improve rolling demand forecasts
  • Capture market Insights, collaborating with the Sales and Marketing team
  • Lead monthly Demand Review process
  • PLCM management: Manage demand planning for product lifecycle events including launches, phase-ins, phase-outs, and discontinuations
  • POS management: Analyse point-of-sale (POS) data and market trends to adjust forecasts and identify demand patterns

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with Finance to reconcile demand forecasts with revenue plans and budget target
  • Partner with Supply Planning to ensure optimal inventory levels while maintaining target customer service levels
  • Act as the primary liaison between headquarters and the local market
  • Lead cross-functional projects to improve forecasting processes, tools, and methodologies

Process Improvement & Analytics

  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and implement best practices
  • Conduct root cause analysis on forecast variances and develop action plans to address performance gaps
  • Develop and automate demand planning dashboards
  • Support implementation of new planning technologies and system upgrades

Systems, Performance Management & Analytics:

  • Maintain demand planning data integrity in enterprise systems (SAP IBP)
  • Monitor and report on forecast accuracy metrics (FA/BIAS) and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement
  • Maintain demand planning KPIs dashboard and provide regular insights to stakeholders on demand performance
  • Utilise scenario planning and what-if analysis to assess risks and support strategic decision-making

We'd love to meet you if you have

  • 3-5+ years of Demand Planning experience within FMCG, retail, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or a dynamic supply chain environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Statistics, or related quantitative field.
  • Proven track record of managing demand forecasts for complex product portfolios
  • Strong proficiency in demand planning systems (SAP IBP ideally) and ERP systems (SAP ideally).
  • Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, Pivot Tables, etc.); Power BI experience is a plus.
  • Experience with statistical forecasting methods and tools.
  • Data-driven mindset: Analytical ability to operate in a complex planning environment and generate actionable insights.

A few things you'll love about us

  • Hybrid working model, 3 days in Sydney CBD office and 2 days WFH.
  • Temporary opportunity with potential to extend or convert to permanent.
  • Collaborative team environment built on pillars of connection & celebration.
  • Opportunity to work with a market leader in the fragrance and beauty industry.

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesPersonal Care Product Manufacturing

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