Manager Operational Demand Planning

Job description

PURPOSE OF ROLE: To provide an accurate forecast of future demand (RDP) which maximizes the sales opportunity while minimizing the risk of creating excess inventory. The primary focus is to create alignment between Financial (Sales Planning – IBP), Channel, Brand and Supply Planning using the SAP APO environment to harmonise and house this single source of truth. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Review and consolidate RMA article forecast post ranging sign-off (Brand/Channel alignment) across articles and channels. Review and maintain the Rolling Demand Plan (RDP) as consolidated Merchandise Plans (DTC) and Sales Orders (B2B) are captured. Maintain Demand Plan (RDP) on a rolling basis (monthly) and manage phasing of demand. Review monthly Buying Volumes and be accountable to ensure Purchase Requisitions (PRs) are correctly maintained to support Demand phasing and correctly converted into Purchase Orders (POs). Oversee Inventory simulation on a monthly basis to assist in decision support on buying and conversion discussions (Demand Review + MPBR). Participate in MPBR (Management Planning & Buying Review) sessions to align Demand to constrained Supply and ensure all channels are updated on oper...