Demand Planner

The primary purpose of the Demand Planner is to coordinate the demand planning process to deliver transparent, accurate and realistic demand forecast; translate market insights and research is translated into accurate & scientific forecasts that form the keystone of an effective integrated business planning cycle; to track & report on BAT performance.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Deliver the Consensus Demand Forecast for a portfolio of products through the monthly planning process.
• Provide accurate and timely volume performance analysis to facilitate demand forecasting.
• Maintain statistical forecast models and baseline.
• Maintain forecast drivers at the appropriate level of the product hierarchy.
• Maintain core assumptions and their impact on the demand scenario.
• Track core assumptions, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Constructively challenge stakeholders on the accuracy of drivers.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of Forecast as per Global Guidelines.
• Track actual performance against forecast, working cross functionally to understand reasons for variance and providing analysis and recommendations to Manager for remedial action.
• Build and maintain good working relationships within department and intra-department to support implementation and smooth execution of demand forecasting within the Sales & Operational Planning process.
• Identify and propose improvement opportunities in current process to improve the efficiency of the demand planning process within the organization.

What are we looking for?

•  Possess a recognized degree with at least 2-3 years of work experience in a demand planning role.
• Strong cognitive ability to build forecasting and tracking model from business needs.
• Strong analytical focus to be able to identify the right information source to extract sales information and maintain sales report and troubleshoot.
• Experience in Consumer marketing and basic Project Management skills would be an added advantage.
• Display leadership & great teammate demeanour.
• High integrity and honesty.
• Effective communication skills and good command of English in verbal/written communication.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work streams at the same time.

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes