Responsibilities
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Achieve stock holding targets across the different product groupings
Designing and generating weekly and monthly statistical forecast reports
Continuously improving forecasting techniques and methods and approach
Measuring the impact of forecast accuracy
Evolving and maintaining documentation and standard operation procedures for demand planning processes and systems
Conduct current and future forecasting analysis
Insuring forecasting processes and methods are followed
Analyse and assemble all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast
Recommend adjustments to forecast and inventory targets based on changes in demand and market trends
Prepare, report, and communicate forecast, inventory and replenish quantities measurements to senior management
Plan monthly and weekly production
Update weekly and daily management reports
Co-packers stock planning and work schedule
Strategic and operational involvement in all aspects of demand planning functions including driving down costs
Effectively utilize in-house systems for data analyses and reporting
Key Skills:
Experienced in the Sales & Operational process,
Strong knowledge of Demand & Inventory Planning processes,
Solid forecasting and planning knowledge, understanding and experience,
Strong analytical, negotiation skills and customer service experience,
ERP & Forecasting systems knowledge (systems driven individual),
Ability to adapt to change and multi-task,
Flexible: working overtime when required,
Qualifications:
Matric
Relevant Qualification
5+ years Relevant experience
Knowledge & Experience
