Temporary Demand Planner

Hace 1 día

barcelona, provincia de barcelona, España Ecolab Jornada completa
Overview In this role you own the consolidated demand plan for the UK/Ireland region across one or more divisions within Ecolab's Europe business, driving accuracy and alignment with S&OP objectives. You collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Planning to deliver data-driven forecasts and manage risks/opportunities. You lead cross-functional discussions, champion continuous improvement of planning processes, and translate trends into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. This position offers impact through improving forecast quality, service levels, and inventory optimization in a large, multi-market organization.
Responsabilidades
Own end-to-end consolidated demand plan for UK/Ireland across one or more divisions
Lead monthly demand planning process and align cross-functional stakeholders
Develop robust short-, mid-, and long-term forecasts with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, Supply Planning, and Divisional Planning
Challenge forecast assumptions using data analytics and market insights to reduce bias
Identify demand risks/opportunities, run scenario analyses, and recommend mitigations
Improve forecast accuracy and other planning KPIs through root-cause analyses
Translate demand trends into insights for senior stakeholders
Integrate new product launches, transitions, promotions, and discontinuations into the plan
Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, systems, and governance
Champion planning best practices and support capability development
Collaborate with manufacturing, distribution, and suppliers to translate demand into execution
Requisitos principales Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline
Proficiency in English
5+ years in demand planning, supply chain planning, forecasting, S&OP or related analytical function
Experience leading demand planning across multiple markets or product portfolios
Strong experience with ERP systems, Advanced Planning Systems (APS), forecasting tools, and data analytics platforms
Kinaxis is a plus
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with large datasets
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without formal authority
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills balancing data and customer needs
Proven track record of improving forecast accuracy and delivering measurable results
Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize, and lead multiple initiatives
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including senior leadership exposure
Strategic mindset translating business strategy into demand planning decisions
cross-functional collaboration
influence without authority
strong communication and presentation skills
ERP systems
Advanced Planning Systems (APS)
forecasting tools