Assistant Manager - Demand Planner

COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next. POSITION : Assistant Manager -Demand Planner - Exports LOCATION : Mumbai A. KEY PURPOSE This role will be responsible to lead and execute Demand planning for General Mills India Export Business B. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and execute the Demand planning process for India Exports across multiple product portfolios (Atta, Flatbreads, Cake Mixes, Haagen Dazs etc.) and international markets (USA, Canada, Australia, UK and several others) • Analyse past-sales history (sell-in and sell-out) and identify key demand drivers and measure their performance undefined • Work alongside data analysts to generate accurate statistical forecasts for key markets undefined • Collaborate closely with Distributors, Sales and/or Marketing and Finance to enrich statistical forecasts with critical demand inputs and building-blocks • Work closely with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Planning to help manage new product introductions, re-stages and discontinuations undefined. • Lead Consensus forecast meetings to arrive at final aligned consensus forecast along with key risks and opportunities to be presented to senior management for sign-off. undefined • Check actual performance vs plan. Identify reasons for errors and drive improvement in forecast accuracy by analysing existing processes and making recommendations to improve accuracy and minimise BIAS undefined. • Increase adoption of digital solutions – o9/QAD/SAP in the forecasting and planning process and maximize use of the technologies available. • Remain flexible and willing to react quickly to real and perceived forecast issues. • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Science / Commerce • Master’s Degree in Operations Management / Logistics / Operations Research / Supply Chain / Materials Management • 3-5 years of planning experience (particularly business forecasting experience) preferably in consumer-packaged goods industry. • Understanding of market and customer needs as well as products, product segments and the associated issues • Knowledge of Sales, Marketing, Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR), VMI and Sales Operations Planning processes (S&OP). • Knowledge of one or more of the major statistical forecasting software packages (i.e. SAP APO, Logility, Manugistics). Specific knowledge with SAP desired. • Expert in Microsoft Office Suites, particularly Excel • Strong analytical and statistical skills. • Exceptional interpersonal skills, communication (both written and oral), presentation, influencing and conflict management. ELIGIBILITY Applicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.