Manager - Demand Planning - FMCG

The incumbent should be an alumnus of NITIE / SPJIMR/SJMSOM/ IIM's / MDI / IIFT / XLRI from 2016 / 2017 / 2018 passout batch with experience in Demand Planning , Forecasting and Supply Planning in a FMCG Company.

Job profile :

- Statistical modelling, identifying right algorithms

- Review algorithm for each of the rate area-SKUs

- Identify and refine parameter values for finalized algorithm

- Regular cleansing of historical data

- Identifying weekly exceptions and developing action plan

- Manage statistical forecast exceptions on a weekly basis, by collaborating with cross-functional teams

- Prepare plan of action to manage the exception

- Challenge received forecast, make required adjustments in bottom-up forecast via discussion

- Review and challenge information

- Driving consensus forecast by collaborative process with Sales, Marketing functions

- Driving initiatives to improve forecast accuracy

- Working with cross functional teams and managing statistical forecast exceptions on a weekly basis

- Driving regional engagement in market intelligence and integrating into strategies for long term and short-term demand plans

- Supporting management with risk assessments and mitigation activities