Global Demand Planner 6-month CDD (M/F)

Position

In order to strengthen our Global Demand Planning Team, we are looking for a
Global Demand Planner ( M/F) for a 6-month fixed-term contract at our HQ in La Chaux-De-Fonds, Switzerland. Reporting to the Global Demand Planning Manager, this role is crucial for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts for TAG Heuer's collections and regions. The Global Demand Planner is essential in TAG Heuer's supply chain, focusing on accurate demand forecasts for collections and regions through cross-functional collaboration. The role aims to improve forecast accuracy, optimize inventory, and enhance demand planning KPIs.

Job responsibilities

Your responsibilities:

• Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for TAG Heuer products using historical sales data and market insights.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to incorporate promotional activities and new product launches into forecasts.
• Work with supply chain and production teams to optimize inventory levels, minimizing stockouts or excess inventory.
• Analyze inventory trends, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Performance Analysis:

• Participate in the monthly S&OP process, providing demand insights to align supply and demand plans.
• Resolve demand-supply imbalances with cross-functional teams and present demand planning reports to management.
• Monitor and analyze forecast accuracy, developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis of forecast errors and implement corrective actions.
  
  

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Lead forecast review meetings with local demand planners and communicate changes and risks to stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment between forecasts and production plans through close collaboration with supply chain teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to improve data quality and forecasting processes.
  
  

• Process Improvement and Innovation:

• Identify and implement enhancements to demand planning processes, systems, and tools.
• Maintain documentation for processes and participate in projects to enhance capabilities.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Profile

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in statistical forecasting techniques and software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, Anaplan).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional team collaboration.
• Solid knowledge of supply chain principles; experience in luxury goods or watchmaking is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Languages: Fluent in English; French is advantageous.

Work Relations:

• Collaborate with Global Demand Planning, Sales and Marketing, Supply Chain and Production Planning, Finance and Controlling, and IT teams.

Additional information

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