Demand Planner at Frutta Foods and Services Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• The Demand Planner is responsible for analyzing sales data, forecasting product demand, and ensuring the seamless supply of goods to meet business needs.
• This role collaborates closely with the sales team, production, and logistics to align demand forecasts with supply capacity.
• The Demand Planner provides insights that drive sales strategies, optimize planning processes, and enhance overall business efficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret sales data to develop accurate demand forecasts.
• Identify sales trends, seasonal variations, and market patterns to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Monitor actual sales performance versus forecast and recommend adjustments where necessary.
• Collaborate with production and logistics teams to align supply schedules with demand forecasts.
• Identify potential supply constraints and escalate issues for resolution.
• Work closely with the sales team to validate demand projections and incorporate real-time market intelligence.
• Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders to discuss forecast accuracy and improvement strategies.
• Provide data-driven insights to enhance sales planning and execution.
• Maintain dashboards and reports to visualize demand trends and supply efficiency Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly demand reports for decision-making.
• Track forecast accuracy, measure deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Improve demand planning processes through data analytics and forecasting tools.
• Leverage technology to enhance demand accuracy and reduce planning inefficiencies.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in demand planning and sales coordination.

Job Requirements
Education:

• B.Sc. Degree in relevant field.

Work Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 4 years relevant experience in FMCG or manufacturing company.
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting models and demand planning software
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical and reporting skills.

Technical requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query, Macros).
• Experience with SAP for demand planning and data management.
• Knowledge of Power BI/Tableau for data visualization and trend analysis.
• Familiarity with demand forecasting models and statistical analysis tools.
• Understanding of supply chain and sales planning processes.

Person Specification:

• Building Collaborative and Healthy Relationships - Amiable enough to easily build productive working relationships with co-workers, and resources whilst valuing people of different backgrounds, cultures and demographics.
• Communication - Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; passes information (written and oral) to stakeholders appropriately.
• Self–Leadership and Accountability - Ability to take ownership and work with little supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to process improvement.

Required Skills & Behavioural Competencies:

• Strategic Thinker
• Analytical Skills
• Stakeholders Engagement
• Business Transformation and Change Advocate
• Leadership Skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Exceptional Presentation & Communication Skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• An understanding of evolving business needs.