Unilever is currently hiring for R-1186468 Demand Planning Assistant Manager Levant and Iraq (Open)Function: Supply ChainReports to: NALI Demand Planning, S&OP and FGI ManagerScope: Levant & IraqLocation: BeirutTerms & Conditions: Full TimeWork Level WL1JOB PURPOSE:• Coordinate the demand planning process of the relevant category and consolidate the demand forecasting from Brands & CSP to be input for supply and financial planning.• Directly accountable for Channel category Demand forecast with overall responsibility for the category• Lead the category Demand Planning Meeting and drive S&OP cycle for Algeria• Establish an acceptable level of integrity and forecast accuracy of the above forecast.• Establish, strengthen and maintain the integrity of demand planning process in total company.• Continually improve the demand planning process and forecast accuracy/Bias of the total company.• Represents Demand Planning in all relevant category meetings and projects that require Demand Planning involvement.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Demand Planning Process Management• Coordinate a cross-functional team consisting of CSP team and Marketing team to deliver an accurate demand to the category - Weekly, sku- volume• Responsible and accountable to deliver Channel wise Baseline forecast for the category.• Coordinate and facilitate demand planning meeting of the category as a forum to get consensus from CSP and Brand leads on one set of demand figures for business operations.• 4. Establish and maintain effectiveness of Demand Planning Meeting.• Ensure that demand planning policy has been strictly followed.• Establish Channel demand forecast and ensure channel considerations are obtained for the category• Accountable for forecast accuracy of the category and therefore is responsible for initiating activities/changes that will lead to achievement and continuous improvement of forecast accuracy.• Responsible for Innovation Plan update upon the contract gate approval and follow-up with Innovation tracker until the post Launch Review for the category and alert the demand functions any variances and key changes in Innovation forecast• Ensure Quarterly Long term volume plan update with assumptions to enable LT capacity enhancement decisions to take place• Set up an effective means of communication and integration of information between Demand Planning and other related functions- Supply Planning, Brands, CSP, Finance,..• Coordinate S&OP Meetings, actively involved in Activity planning phase to ensure realistic incremental and cannibalizations built into the forecast Weekly Demand Management• Indicates exception, which is generated from weekly tracking report to CSP, Supply Planning and Customer Service teams.• Involve actively in the weekly operations meeting (WOM) to help both demand-side functions and supply-side functions to take appropriate actions to production and/or sales plan.Continuous Improvement• Monitor forecast accuracy and forecast bias and proposes changes for improvement.• Initiate a continuous improvement program to demand planning process.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of experience in Demand Planning, preferably within the FMCG industry.Proven experience in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and demand forecasting methodologies.Strong forecasting and analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights and business trends into accurate demand plans.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Supply Planning, and Finance.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple functions and markets.Advanced proficiency in English (written and spoken).Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and demand planning systems/tools is highly desirable.Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications:Experience in the FMCG sector.Exposure to regional or multi-country demand planning environments, preferably covering the Levant and Iraq markets.Experience working with integrated business planning and supply chain management processes.Other Responsibilities• Ad hoc analysis of data relating to forecasting.• Closely monitor the execution of planned promotions and ensure all the activities planned at Activity plan is included in demand plan for the category.• Recommend appropriate changes for improvement of company demand planning process.• Responsible for root cause analysis of CCFOT losses due to demand for the category.Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. 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