Demand planner

at  Essity

DEMAND PLANNER (7 MONTHS MATERNITY LEAVE COVER)

Essity is looking for a Demand Planner to join our dynamic team in Dubai on a 7 months fixed-term contract as maternity leave cover, and play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our Consumer Goods business unit. We’re seeking individuals who embody our core values, embrace challenges, innovate fearlessly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If this describes you, we’d love to connect!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Demand Planner you will play an integral role in supporting the business secure achievements of sales targets by owning, facilitating, and the administration of sales forecasting and demand management for the respective customers / customer-segments. Your responsibilities will include data analysis, cross-functional collaboration to ensure proper demand forecasting, inventory management and supply planning.
We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead SOP process for the respective BU, engaging with all stakeholders (commercial team, marketing, supply and production.
• Provide accurate forecast to the production, including market development, sales patterns for mid/long term forecast.
• Report on Forecast accuracy and support high service level.
• Follow up on the launches and marketing activities, effectively managing PIPOs, support organization with efficient product flow and cost saving activities.
• Run effective communication for ongoing processes within DP.
• Work on continuous improvement and development of Planning Process.
• Manage replenishments and stock levels for designated destination, stock management at destination (Supply function to the market WH).
• Coordination of the supply related topics with local logistics team in RSA.