As part of the MFCs Vertical team, the Demand Planner is a new position in our structure: as our business expands, accurately forecasting future product needs and strategically placing purchase orders with vendors will be key to effectively replenishing our MFCs and meeting customer needs.
THE JOURNEY
Reporting Directly To The Demand Planning Manager
Be responsible for the supply replenishment planning of your MFCs, by creating purchase orders and monitoring their reception.
Improve forecast accuracy by utilizing historical sales data to adjust demand forecasts for promotions, seasonal variations, special events and new products, among others.
Maintain and adjust purchasing tool parameters (safety stocks, bank holidays,…) to ensure inventory optimization.
Work closely with category management, marketing, and operations teams to gather relevant information for aligning demand forecasts with supply chain capabilities.
Enhance the performance of suppliers (fill rates, no-shows, delays, incidents) by facilitating communication, addressing concerns, and working collaboratively with them to establish improvement plans.
Monitor and report Supply Chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of your country.
Analyze and interpret data (availability, inventory levels, turnover, shrinkage, fill rates…) to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Drive action plans to achieve operational excellence in the supply chain by optimizing processes, reducing costs, improving efficiency, and enhancing overall performance.
What You Will Bring To The Ride
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Mathematics or a Supply Chain / Operations discipline.
Three to four years of relevant experience in the industry, preferably focused on Demand Planning and a deep understanding of the Supply Chain.
Must possess excellent business judgment, strong written and oral communication skills, and a practical, common-sense approach to getting things done.
The ability to analyze and use critical thinking skills on a regular basis is key.
Proficiency in Google Applications.
Excellent English and Swahili. Other languages are a plus (Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo…).
SQL knowledge
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