REQUIREMENTS

• Strong affinity with data, analytics, and technology
• Mix of analytical and business thinking
• Operational experience in supply chain or sales is an advantage
• FMCG background is a plus
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, machine learning, and AI is desirable
• Experience with scripting or programming languages is an advantage
• Basic understanding of databases
• Skilled in using visualisation tools such as PowerBI, Google Data Studio, or Tableau
• Fluent English is required, Dutch proficiency is preferred

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Analytical ability and practical creativity
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ownership
• Proactive and solution-oriented
• Strong influencing and collaboration skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt
• Data-driven decision making

ROLE PURPOSE

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to business decision-making through robust volume forecasting and data-driven insights. If you are motivated by combining analytical skills with creativity to drive improvements, this role is an excellent fit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the creation of full-term demand forecasts (base and promotional) for an 18-month rolling horizon
• Deliver a strong 2–6 month forecast to enable accurate planning for production networks
• Act as a key driver of the forecasting process, ensuring accuracy and reliability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to optimise forecasting and support successful product launches
• Provide clear communication and insight to ensure alignment across different functions
• Analyse and enhance predictive models to improve accuracy
• Initiate and manage automation or optimisation projects with external partners
• Develop scripts and tools to support teams and monitor data quality
• Use visualisation tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or Google Data Studio to communicate insights effectively
• Simplify processes to increase efficiency and save time