Demand and Supply Planner Lisboa

Demand and Supply Planner
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Reporting to the National Operations Manager, the Demand and Supply Planner is responsible for creating and maintaining an 18-month rolling demand plan for finished goods and POS materials at multiple levels of aggregation. This involves using statistical models and insights from Sales, Marketing, and Finance. The role manages the flow of supply to ensure 100% stock availability and optimal inventory levels, aligning with the company's financial and sales plans. The planner works closely with peers in Red Bull Portugal to develop, implement, and share best practices in line with HQ standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Demand Planning

• Analyze historical sales data, trends, market share, and create statistical forecasts to develop the Operations Demand Plan.
• Collaborate with Sales to understand past performance, perform root cause analysis, and challenge the sales demand plan.
• Lead S&OP meetings to reach consensus on forecasts and update planning tools accordingly.
• Align and compile Placement Forecasts for POS items, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Improve forecast accuracy and support portfolio management through regular reviews.

S&OP Planning & Execution

• Generate monthly local Supply Plans based on consensus demand forecasts for the Global S&OP process.
• Manage inventory levels to prevent stockouts, ensure product quality, and support product transitions.
• Coordinate with Logistics for inbound, storage, and outbound volumes, providing rolling forecasts for 3PLs.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Demand & Supply Planning or Sales Forecasting, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, forecasting systems, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP and planning tools, advanced Excel skills.
• Analytical skills for complex quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training abilities.
• Self-motivated team player with
  - solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.

We believe in the potential of everyone to give wings to people and ideas. In the world of Red Bull, everyone is welcome. This job description aims to outline the general characteristics of the position to facilitate application and selection processes.