DACH Demand Planning Manager (w/m/d)

Job Description:The Demand Planning Manager will be instrumental in delivering a consensus demand plan for the cluster, in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Finance resources. Strong stakeholder management will be needed to bring the business Intelligence from all markets within the cluster to a consolidated view.It will be critical to deliver results via a coordinated strategy on Associate Capability, Standard Work Processes, and optimized data and analytics.As this role is part of a newly defined set-up of functional leadership within the market, they play a key role in ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and understand the scope and pace of the change, but also are ready to embrace the change in the everyday operation.What are we looking for?about 5 years of supply chain leadership experience, with experience in demand planning processesOperational experience in people leadership and building capability in a complex businessDigitally savvy and strong learning agility with process and systems – experience with Mars existing systems landscape would be an advantageAbility to communicate comfortably with Senior Leadership at a Market/Cluster and Regional levelAbility to generate enthusiasm and organizational buy-in behind change programsWhat will be your key responsibilities?Deliver a strong Demand Planning program for the clusterOwns the consensus forecast in the market/cluster, in periods for the full horizon (up to 39 periods)Representing the Demand planning function at DMR, presenting the total cluster plan and working in partnership with the relevant Sales Director(s) in the clusterEnsures proper aggregation of market demand needs into a cluster plan, considering any differences in systemsLeading a Performance focus program for Demand KPI in the cluster (Bias, SFA, Demand Driven Deletions), accountable for presenting results and action plans to cluster and regional planning leadership forumsDriving standard work processes with building blocks and idenfication of Risks & Opportunities, including clear rules-of-engagement on Scenario Planning process.Assess trends, risks and opportunities together with Sales, Marketing and FinanceEnsure strong process collaboration with Supply Planning team with respect to forecast consumption during the cycle or any short-term forecast issues.Have solid process and governance for Demand Planning responsibilities for Innovation/Renovation programs in the cluster, driving rigor in the ATG-related building blocks and forecast change requirementsLead team of Demand Planners in the clusterBuild associate capability that is in-line with Target Operating Model, seeking to leverage and improve on Supply Chain School materials, i.e. Demand Planning CollegeEnsure each demand planning associate has a clearly defined work-plan that outlines both the ‘WHAT’ for work to be done (i.e. statistical forecast; business intelligence), as well as the ‘HOW’ (i.e. data validation, KPI analysis, collaboration).Use own functional knowledge to coach direct reports on detailed tasks, and where necessary, provide executional cover during extraordinary peak workloads.Engage with regional resources on standard dashboard and reporting analytics, collaborating on continuous improvement projectsSeek continuous improvement and Value Creation opportunities for your department and for the clusterEnsure projects and improvements are supported and incorporated into the department’s standard work processes, i.e. Innovation/Renovations,  System update/upgradesWhat can you expect from Mars?Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.Job SummaryJob number: R104165Date posted : 2024-07-30Profession: SalesEmployment type: Full time