Senior Demand Planner
What you will enjoy doing
- Monitor all received orders and notify managers of production requirements to ensure all production orders are met.
- Ensure production schedules are effective and appropriate to meet production targets.
- Maintain planning responsibilities, including but not limited to scheduling deliveries, keeping records, and compiling daily production plans for two plants to ensure timely production orders.
- Follow up on returnable packaging with the client using the adequate system, including Eurolog, for tracking and ensure the details are accurately recorded for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Lead communication and coordination for delivery arrangements, production plans, and sampling requests with related functional department managers.
- Develop and maintain demand planning processes and systems, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to incorporate market intelligence and promotional activities into the demand planning process.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant information to develop accurate demand forecasts.
- Identify and manage demand variations and risks, implementing contingency plans as necessary.
- Prepare and present demand forecasts and inventory projections to senior management.
- Continuously improve demand forecasting accuracy and develop strategies to optimize inventory levels.
- Support the implementation of new planning tools and systems, providing training and guidance to relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards in all planning activities.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning and inventory management.
What makes you great
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
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Strong knowledge of demand and production planning concepts.
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Expertise in Rough-Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) and capacity constraint management.
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Proficient in statistical forecasting methods to drive accurate demand predictions.
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Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle.
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Solid understanding of inventory management principles, including safety stock and reorder point logic.
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Advanced skills in Excel, including Pivot Tables and Power Query for data analysis.
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Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, financial planning, and cost awareness.
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Knowledge of returnable packaging tracking systems, specifically Eurolog.
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Exposure to FMCG and industrial manufacturing environments.
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Ability to coordinate with customers to ensure forecast and order alignment.
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Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Warehouse, Production, and Finance teams.
What you can expect working with us
- Work with a globally recognized leader in sustainable packaging solutions.
- Collaborate with a diverse and talented team across multiple regions.
- Enjoy a positive work culture that fosters growth, creativity, and innovation.
Kontakt
Alpla Egypt Plastics Industries S.A.E.
ms Dina Hassan, Human Resources
Plot No. 116/3 & 116/2 6/A Industrial Zone
10th of Ramadan City