Demand Planner

About the CompanyLife Tastes Better With Ice CreamThe Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers' businesses. Growing our people's careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So, we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.With 19,000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Magnum, Selecta, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry's, loved in 76 countries, we are the world's largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.We are investing to unlock the full growth potential under The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen before the end of 2025.We dream big but keep things simple to act fast. If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for youKey Responsibilities/Focus AreasAnalyzes and generates weekly, monthly and long range forecast based on baseline trending, marketing & sales initiative, market trends and external risks/opportunities.Generates per depot per SKU forecast based on historical splits and growth projectionsGenerates sales analytics reports with the help of technology (FEU, PowerBI) and presents relevant information to stakeholders for decision-making purposes.Leads Demand Review Meeting to align 4-18 months demand with CD, Brand and Planning with clear assumptions on baseline, NPI, Promotions, Cabinet Deployment, etcGenerates long range forecast for long term capacity planning both in factory andLeads Weekly Forecast Meeting to align with stakeholders on short term latest view forecast, identify risks and opportunities to maximize demandEnsures forecast accuracy of >69% and bias of +/-3%. Ensure Volume/Value Disconnect of 2.0% FYCollaborates with FG, Materials and CD team to accurately forecast depletion of phased out SKUs up to depot level to maintain high casefill and zero out Business Waste riskCollaborates with Outbound Logistics in improving and developing new distribution network to deliver best in class CCFOT and achieve lowest Cost to DeliverEnsures integrity of the SAP, FEU and Kinaxis masterdata file through timely data maintenance of finished goods item codes (active, inactive, NPIs).QualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial or Management Engineering, Statistics, or MathematicsAt least 2 years experience in Demand PlanningFamiliar with SAP functionalities and well versed in PowerBIMust have a full understanding of the Demand Planning tools and KPIsWith leadership skills to drive cross functional departmentsStrong stakeholder engagementGood verbal and written communication skillsExcellent in Data AnalyticsComfortable handling large amounts of numeric dataService oriented attitudeAble to adapt to changes quicklyDisclaimerThe Magnum Ice Cream Company is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace and welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.TMICCUnilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.