Overview
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Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Demand Planner - UK & APAC to join the Data Center Power and Control Division Starline Team. This position is remote reporting to Reading, UK. The incumbent leads Demand Planning across Starline EMEA and AP in the Data, Power and Control Sector (DPC) and develops an S&OP strategy to support business growth, inventory management, and CSR goals within the supply chain processes.
The candidate will use ERP (Syteline), Demand Planning (Anaplan), and CRM (Salesforce.com) to maintain inventory levels and fulfill customer orders, monitor production commitments, and provide visibility on commitment status. The role reports to the Global Demand Planning Manager.
What Will You Do?
* S&OP: Responsible for driving a robust global S&OP process across the Starline business.
* Demand Forecasting: Develop, refine, and maintain accurate demand forecasts, incorporating historical data, market trends, and input from sales teams.
* Inventory Management: Optimize inventory levels globally to ensure product availability while minimizing carrying costs; monitor turnover and address slow-moving or obsolete items.
* Supply Planning: Collaborate with procurement and production to align supply plans with demand forecasts; ensure production schedules and procurement meet demand.
* Data Analysis: Use analytical tools to assess historical data, identify patterns, and generate forecasts; regularly analyze sales data and market trends to adjust forecasts.
* Collaboration And Communication: Build relationships with sales, production, and procurement; facilitate cross-functional meetings; drive adherence to service metrics (On Time Performance, Lead Time, Voice of the Customer).
Qualifications
Education
* Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with emphasis in Supply Chain Management or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience; or a degree in supply chain management, business or a related field.
Experience
* 3-5 years in the supply chain function, preferably planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment; APICS Basic Certification or in progress preferred.
* Proven experience as a demand planner or in a similar role with supply chain management.
* Demonstrated leadership with strategic and operational skills to lead transformational change.
* Experience in running end-to-end S&OP process and inventory management knowledge.
* Understanding of demand planning within ERP systems; ability to navigate cross-business complex organizational needs.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
* Experience in SCM, including planning in an ERP/CRM environment; ability to drive inventory/working capital strategies and service levels.
* Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain; strong systems/process orientation with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; data mining proficiency to extract and manipulate data for insights.
* Ability to lead strategically while detailing processes and data to build business cases and drive root cause actions.
* Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels; highly collaborative in a matrix environment.
* Strong analytical skills and project management capabilities; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Ability to travel globally; proficient in negotiation and influencing skills; results-driven with integrity and self-drive.
About Legrand
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our solutions span residential, commercial, and data center markets. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Equal Opportunity Employer
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