HOX Global is an award-winning, fun and friendly lunch-ware and dinnerware company in the consumer goods sector. We specialise in kids & adults licensed mealtime products, HOX Global is growing fast, and we now also have an online presence across channels.
We are looking for a skilled Demand Planner to be responsible for turning customer requirements into efficient and effective supply chain plans.
The role will involve developing and implementing demand plans using customer, consumer and commercial data and ensuring that our supply chain operations are aligned to meet our customers sales plans.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forecasting and demand planning, with
experience in
consumer-packaged goods,
as well as
strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
.
Responsibilities
1. Forecast demand based on forward projected and historical consumer sales data, market trends and other relevant information.
2. Collaborate with sales, marketing, supply chain and other stakeholders to ensure demand plans are accurate and aligned with customers goals and business direction.
3. Monitor and analyse sales trends to identify potential demand issues and implement corrective actions as necessary.
4. Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure a step change improvement in customer supply performance.
5. Communicate updates to key business stakeholders, including sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.
6. Monitor inventory levels and make adjustments to demand plans as needed to ensure optimal inventory management.
7. Continuously evaluate and further develop demand planning processes and automation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
8. Support the business on our ai journey, defining tools to support effective decision making.
9. Other reporting responsibilities as the need arises.
Requirements
1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
years of experience in demand planning, with a focus on consumer-packaged goods companies.
3. Strong analytical skills and forecasting experience.
4. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
6. Highly advanced in Microsoft Excel, interested in demand planning software and systems.