Job Description

Demand PlannerAbout CotyCoty is a global leader in beauty. Wexe2x80x99re World #1 in Fragrance and World #3 in Color Cosmetics. Our iconic portfolio of more than 77 brands are sold in over 150 countries around the world. We believe in beauty with a purpose and brands that inspire, no matter where they are in the world. The Coty Africa team is bringing our business of BEAUTY, to life in Africa xe2x80x93 localized and sustainable.Job PurposeThe Demand Planner is responsible for all forecasting activities associated with the assigned brands/product groups. This includes creating and maintaining forecast models, integrating business intelligence and inputs from sales, marketing, finance, customers, and other sources. The Demand Planner is the Supply Chain integration point into the commercial organization and plays a crucial role in the monthly S&OP process of the business unit.Job RequirementsYour main areas of responsibility will include the following:

• Generate & maintain a 12 to 18-month rolling forecast for assigned market/category.
• Gather market intelligence from distributors and commercial team to develop future forecast.
• Analyze data (sales monitoring, trends, deviations, etc.) with relevance to improve the quality of forecasts (performance indicators: Mape90, SPP1 & SPP3).
• Prepare the consolidation of the forecasts, explain, and reconcile the variances vs. financial budget
• Identify Business Risks and Opportunities to be presented in the various instances of the S&OP cycle.
• Manage short term opportunities via relevant forecast increase process based on business intelligence/ opportunities received
• Participate in weekly connects with Customer Service teams to ensure orders are processed and shipped timeously
• Participate in bi-weekly Supply Review connects with Planning HUBs in Europe to review short to medium terms risks

Job ProfileEducation: Relevant DegreeRequired experience:

• Minimum 3 years Demand Planning/Supply Planning experience
• Cosmetics goods or FMCG industry experience would be preferable
• Sales and Operation Planning
• Exposure to working within a Distributor Model
• Exposure to working within Global Organisation

Technical Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills and attention to detail
• Team working skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Time and project management skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• An ability to think strategically and come up with campaigns
• Good planning and organizational skills effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex tasks and projects. Ability to plan ahead and manage time.
• Ability to work with a wide range of audiences in diverse environments.
• Creativity and an ability to produce innovative and original ideas
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Travel n/aSeniority Level SkilledIndustry Wholesale & Retail Luxury and Consumer beautyEmployment Type Full timeBenefitsCompetitive guaranteed TCTC packageCompany performance bonus based on global company performance. (variable pay, not guaranteed)Inclusive, dynamic start up culture23 days leave per annumEmployee Wellness ProgrammeProduct allocationCompany pension contributionCompany medical aid scheme, means no pre-screenings for membershipPreferential rates for Gap CoverStudy leave for related studies as per Study PolicyOpportunities to apply for global roles after a reasonable tenure with Coty AfricaPreference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.Privacy:Note that Coty takes the processing of your personal information seriously and in accordance with the South African Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013, as amended from time to time (xe2x80x9cPOPIxe2x80x9d). All information, statements, data, and content (such as CVxe2x80x99s/photographs /videos) which you submit to Coty are likely to reveal your gender, ethnic origin, nationality, age, and/or other personal information about you.By submitting your application, you give consent and authorise Coty to undertake collection, processing, and further processing of your Personal Information for the purposes of potentially securing employment.As an applicant you agree to make available to Coty all necessary personal information required for the purpose of potentially securing employment.Note:xe2x80x9cAll Roles advertised on the Coty Career Site are managed by Coty recruiters. Candidates should apply directlyxe2x80x9dxe2x80x9cCoty may use External Agencies for specific roles which could act on behalf of Coty only under due agreements signedxe2x80x9d.

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