Demand Planner

Job Description
About the Position
To be the responsible for the Demand Planning/ SNOP routines and AOP budget of the commercial units in Turkey. Lead the forecasting cycle with Commercial & Marketing & Finance teams. Been a focus point for long and short term demand discussion to drive sales in the right direction. Owner of the forecast accuracy and BIAS KPIs as well an enabler for Top Line results to be materialized.
Key Accountabilities

• Lead SNOP (forecasting) cycle with Commercial & Marketing and Finance teams.
• Ensure collaboration within supply chain and commercial teams in demand planning operations.
• Identify demand forecast risks and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Develop demand plan based on business trends and demand patterns.
• Analyze and troubleshoot demand related issues in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in developing annual budgets and cost-effectiveness initiatives.
• Maintain training materials and organize trainings to team members.
• Follow and enforce company rules and regulations.
• Develop routine and ad-hoc demand related reports for management.
• Schedule demand review meetings with management on regular basis.
• Owner of Forecast Accuracy and BIAS KPIs and maintain demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy.
• Work with multifunctional team to plan, coordinate and execute demand planning activities.
• Update forecasts for new products, seasonal products, discounts, promotions.
• Coordinate with inventory team to monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or Business Management is preferable
• 2-3 years working experience in demand roles
• English level - advanced
• SAP knowledge is a plus
• Ability to risk assess and make decisions
• Work as a Team, team routines, engage with peers' and stakeholders, absorbs feedback to improve.
• Inspire Excellence, use techniques, action-oriented, getting things done
• We Own It, focused, task orientation
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to lead and motivate the team
• Persistence and ability to influence others
• The ability to facilitate change

What we offer you

• A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
• Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea, please let us know and we can set it in action!

About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We're a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we're united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion - and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen - there's only one thing to do join our table and let's make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level - from entry-level intern to senior leader - to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners - to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. You're supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Location(s)
Istanbul Branch
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.