.Job DescriptionDemand planning is a key role in the IBP process, as the forecast it delivers will enable operations to meet the production targets timely, efficiently, and cost effectively. The Demand Planner combines a variety of information from sales, supply chain/procurement, and operations to properly forecast the products that need to be produced. The Demand Planner delivers an important piece of information for the IBP cycle, ensuring that demand is properly planned.The Demand Planner role has typically a planning horizon of 1 to 15 months on monthly buckets and 3 months on weekly buckets. The level of the role depends on the scope and complexity, based on the number of customers and the size & complexity of the product portfolio. The Demand Planner works closely with the Supply Planner and the Production Planner.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESKey Responsibilities:Supply & Demand Strategy Development:Contribute to the overall Supply Chain and Opco/BU IBP strategy.Develop and execute the department's Supply & Demand strategy for supply excellence.Proactively participate in long-term strategic planning.Analyze market trends to define new business strategies.Lead the demand segmentation process.Integrated Business Supply & Demand Planning:Collaborate with Plant/Operations and third-party suppliers to execute the IBP process.Facilitate the Financial Forecasting Process and prepare decision documents.Optimize demand and supply balance, creating scenarios for decision-making.Demand Planning:Develop and implement strategies to enhance forecast accuracy and reduce bias.Lead Demand Planning cycles with Sales, Marketing, and Customers.Supervise and align demand plans with the IBP Demand and Supply Network Plan.Conduct and communicate outcomes of Account Review and Demand Review meetings.Supply Planning:Optimize planning by balancing demand, inventory, and production capacity.Regularly review and maintain planning parameters in the ERP system.Make day-to-day planning decisions, escalating issues when needed.Provide realistic production plans within guidelines.Continuous Improvement & Projects:Identify and implement best practices in Planning and IBP.Enhance efficiency and effectiveness in Supply & Demand Planning, IBP, and Supply Chain activities.Manage improvement projects and ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards.KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORSAnalytical with a focus on management control and objective setting.Business acumen with organizational and cross-functional awareness.Persuasiveness, impact, and a result-driven approach.Continuous improvement mindset with a strong hands-on mentality.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEUniversity degree in supply chain, operations, economics, technical engineering, or a related field.3-5 years experience in a relevant position, preferably in the animal feed, FMCG, or pharmaceutical industries