Sysmex South Africa (SSA) seeks to employ a Demand Planner whose main role is to be responsible for providing analysis, demand forecasting, inventory management and preparation of the information needed for the IBP (Integrated Business Planning) Process. They will also perform various functions, including quantitative analysis, cost benefit analysis, data mining, data modeling, forecast input, KPI Reporting, Constraint analysis, actualization of the Consumption/Shipment Models, etc. This position will work directly with the Supply Chain Manager on specific brands and reporting needs. They will work cross functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance and the Supply Chain to help aid in the IBP Process and proper forecasting. We are seeking a self-motivated and driven professional with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities who is also detail oriented and displays extreme accuracy. A strong communicator and collaborator with strong presentation skills and an in-depth knowledge of advanced mathematical and forecasting policies. Interested? Demand Planner Your responsibilities Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Customers, Finance and business team to ensure the agreement to define new Best10 process. Analyse current business, demand trends and predict future trends for middle and longer-term horizon (24 months) Manage the Demand Planning processes to ensure that plans are established, monitored, and reviewed in order to ensure efficient and timely distribution of products to customers Support the Supply Chain Manager in the S&OP process and preparation of the monthly meeting Build visibility between financial target and volume sales plan and support the financial team in the financial cycle Ensure cross functional alignment and business ownership at multiple levels Maintain S&OP tools and report risks and opportunities Collaborate with sales to understand customers’ data and understand their ordering patterns Forecast Accuracy Analyse all data to ensure that sales forecast are realistic (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, customer data (inventories, depletions, forecasts)) and challenge Sales Managers about inconsistencies Maintain/adjust/create documentation, standard operating procedures and mapping for demand planning processes and systems Conduct forecast data submissions in system following the global S&OP and forecasting calendar Improve forecasting techniques and method to increase accuracy New Products Introduction Cooperate with the Management Team to ensure effective Innovation process with the aim of reducing supply chain complexity, optimizing route to markets, increasing supply reliability/flexibility and harmonizing the SSA SKU portfolio Coordinate promotions activities and projects with Marketing, Sales, Distributors and Supply Chain Manager Maintain the products’ portfolio list including lifecycle information and communicate regularly with stakeholders Align with supply planning on the right level of replenishment and inventory for new products Make sure forecast is reflected (no of months?) months minimum before first shipment date Communicate to sales / customer service on first availability date from our warehouse Inventory management / Product lifecycle monitoring Identify write-offs risks and root causes and set action plan to reduce/avoid and monitor as well as seek solutions. Follow up low product uptake stocks and take relevant actions to deplete those. Seek solutions. Ensure any issues / alerts are raised promptly with sales/customers to avoid those. Review and set the right safety stocks policies with supply planning/operation centres’ planning teams Supply Challenges Manage short/medium term supply constraints (quality, technical) etc. to deliver on the agreed basis Monitor allocation of products, communicate on status Understand route to markets, Leadtime’s with customers Communicate to the sales team and customer service on SSA products’ out of stocks, root causes and resolution timing in promptly manner Your profile Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or other relevant field Excellent knowledge of processes within operations (finance, manufacturing, packaging, supply chain, markets and central marketing). Min 3-5 years of work experience in demand planning and/or forecasting process. Knowledge of demand planning technology and decision support tools is preferred. Business savvy and a good understanding of the consumer&customers’ needs. Strong Interpersonal, negotiation and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships across a deep and wide range of internal and external stakeholders Demonstrate accountability and capability to work independently with confidence to ask for support when required. Ability to find effective ways of working within a matrix organization, and within a fast-changing environment. Administration skills and extreme attention to detail. Managing stakeholder expectations in relation to delivery&execution. Willingness to work collaboratively with teams across different geographies and cultures. Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to complex problems that may not have one clear answer. We offer Sysmex SA will offer a market related remuneration package for this opportunity. Qualifying applicants can send their CV’s to HR at HRadmin@sysmex.co.za . Closing date for applications is 31 May 2024. If you do not receive response from us within 2 (two) weeks of closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr