Demand Planning Manager - Southern Cone

Hello. We are Haleon. A new global leader in consumer health. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we're improving the everyday health of billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of leading category brands, including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin and Centrum, through a unique combination of deep human knowledge and trusted science. In addition, we are succeeding in a company that we are in control of. In an environment in which we are co-creating. 

The Demand Planning Manager (South Cone) will take the lead in generating and achieving market sign-off on the most reliable forecast possible for all products within the assigned market(s). This critical role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to provide input, facilitate decision-making, and align on forecast volumes through data-driven analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end demand forecasting process across all brands to improve accuracy and align with industry benchmarks.
• Generate both unconstrained and constrained forecasts monthly as a core activity within the IBP process.
• Deliver robust forecasts and market intelligence to supply planning hubs to optimize inventory levels and reduce write-offs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Trade, and Finance teams to define roles, drive accountability, and develop a unified forecasting mindset across the business.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to address sales gaps and enhance forecast transparency.
• Validate NPI forecasts and assumptions in partnership with Category, Shopper, Sales, and Marketing teams.
• Partner neutrally and effectively with the General Manager and Leadership Team to support strategic decisions.
• Establish enhanced demand forecasting processes to support supply chain operating models and key account trade channel capabilities.
• Integrate trade spend/net sales data to prioritize cost-effective sales delivery.
• Lead significant projects to transform operating models, reduce complexity, improve cost structures, and optimize working capital requirements.
• Provide consolidated insights into forecast trends and performance across trade channels and categories.
• Manage demand forecasting inputs into key IBP meetings such as Demand Review, Supply Review, and regional S&OP meetings.
• Measure and report demand forecasting KPIs to drive improvements in forecast accuracy, bias, customer service, and working capital.
• Embed revised processes to improve E2E supply chain action and ensure seamless communication between demand forecasting and supply planning hubs.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Senior Demand Planner, Demand Manager, or in a related position.
• Proven experience managing direct reports.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

If you feel this is your next career step, apply by 25/04/2025!

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