Demand Forecasting Specialist

19 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCustomer Full time $80,000 - $150,000
Forecast Planning Role

The successful candidate will lead the monthly demand forecasting process, ensuring that sales, margin, availability, and inventory key performance indicators are met.

This role involves managing the demand forecasting process for all products in the portfolio by leading a detailed monthly forecast review with the relevant Sales and Product teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the monthly demand forecasting review process
  • Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to align with the monthly Sales Latest Estimate (LE) forecast
  • Update demand forecasts in Anaplan as per agreed monthly planning cycles
  • Review Demand Forecast Accuracy (DFA) monthly and build action plans for variances
  • Support the Demand Lead in the Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) process by completing detailed demand forecasts and accuracy reporting
  • Assist in scenario planning and risk management during Post Seasonal Reviews (PSRs), New Product Development (NPD) planning and SLOB reviews
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the demand planning processes
  • Ensure forecast changes incorporate customer, market, and sales history data
  • Provide detailed reporting for the S&OP review process

Requirements:

  • Experience (3+ years) in a demand planning or related planning role working in a support office national role and leading S&OP processes preferred
  • A highly organized team player with well-established analytical capabilities
  • Detail orientated
  • Well-versed in demand forecasting using current forecasting/planning systems
  • Good commercial acumen
  • Shows initiative in problem-solving, strong written/verbal communication, and good negotiation skills with the ability to influence and drive outcomes

What We Offer:

  • A flexible working environment allowing for work from home days each week
  • A competitive salary package and suite of benefits and perks including a 50% discount on our brands and a 5% Wesfarmers discount for Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks, and more
  • A tailored career and development plan plus reward and recognition programs
  • Whatever your goals, we're here to support you on that journey
  • Our Wellbeing program Thrive with activities designed to support the Financial Wellness of our team, Celebrate Diversity, ensure we Get Physical, and maintain Healthy Minds including challenges, yoga, meditation, and access to our Employee Assistance Program

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