Demand Management Systems & Planning Lead
Saint‑Gobain Interior Solutions (SGIS)
At Saint‑Gobain Interior Solutions we are looking for a Demand Management Systems & Planning Lead to join our Demand Management team and help shape the future of planning, forecasting, and collaboration across the business. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in our transition to SAP 4Hana and the development of our SAP IBP capability.
The role will own and develop SAP IBP capability, lead VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) initiatives to drive improved forecast accuracy, supply chain responsiveness, and customer collaboration. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across commercial, supply chain, finance, and operations to improve forecasting accuracy, strengthen customer relationships, and drive best‑in‑class planning processes. This role combines systems expertise, analytical capability, and leadership influence.
Saint‑Gobain UK & Ireland is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, committed to making the world a better home. SGIS delivers high‑performance interior solutions and works with customers across multiple sectors to improve efficiency, sustainability, and operational performance.
This role can be worked on a hybrid basis, with a mixture of office and home working.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong experience working with SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP, ideally across demand, inventory, or supply planning.
* Experience leading or supporting forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain planning processes within a manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) processes and customer collaboration models.
* A commercially aware and analytical mindset with the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders and customers.
* Someone resilient, proactive, and comfortable leading through change as we develop new ways of working.
What You Will Be Doing
* Act as the business lead and subject matter expert for SAP IBP within the Demand Management function.
* Support the implementation and optimisation of SAP S/4HANA planning capabilities and ensure robust system governance and control.
* Lead VMI initiatives with customers to improve inventory visibility, forecasting accuracy, and replenishment processes.
* Analyse customer demand patterns and market intelligence to improve planning decisions and supply chain responsiveness.
* Represent Demand Management in cross‑functional meetings and collaborate with commercial, finance, operations, and supply chain teams to drive alignment and continuous improvement.
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