Company description: Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in peoples lives with our high quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values we pride ourselves to be listed among the Worlds Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect. Job description: This Position is an interim position covering Maternity leave The role: To provide product demand for Kao Salon Division business in Italy to a high level of accuracy, which enables efficient planning within appropriate time fences. What you will do: Own, develop and drive KAO Salon Division Demand Planning 12-month forecasts utilizing KAO forecasting system & tools To work with the KAO Salon Division Commercial teams in Italy to gather all information regarding product demands for their customers is used to maximum effect in establishing an internal forecast that reflects actuals as closely as possible, e.g. promotions planning input, NPD volumes validation. To continuously improve forecasting accuracy by analysing the demands vs actual sales & proposing corrective actions for both products forecast and process optimization. To organize and lead monthly S&OP / Demand planning meetings with appropriate consensus and sign offs on decisions To deliver monthly reports on forecast deviation and proposals on improvements on demand planning parameters to reach ultimately the best practice benchmark. To provide analysis of write-off risks and disposal costs for Finished Goods, Components & raw materials (with support from supply planners) to identify slow movers and enable short-term sales and marketing activities to minimize that financial risk Joint responsibility with the Supply Planner(s) to ensure that inventory levels are optimized and maintained at the targeted levels. Required profile: Educated to a degree level or equivalent professional qualification preferred, but not essential. Supply Chain specific subject matter an advantage 2 years experience in similar position, within FMCG industry, ideally cosmetics and toiletries. SAP experience in working in Demand Planning environment is strong plus Proven experience of successful interaction with internal and external customers, and ability to manage own delivery of short- and medium-term objectives. Advanced level of Excel strong plus (PowerQuery, PowerPivot, Macros, VBA) a strong plus Knowledge of Statistical Forecasts methodologies a strong plus Knowledge of Supply Planning a plus What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.