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    Demand Planning Executive - London, United Kingdom - British American Tobacco

    British American Tobacco
    British American Tobacco London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Permanent
    Description

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    BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

    To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey

    ROLE PROFILE

    FUNCTION: Planning

    SUB FUNCTION: Demand Planning

    CITY & COUNTRY: London, UK

    ROLE SUMMARY

    What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

    The demand planning role will be crucial to the success of consistent accurate forecasting across a dynamic vapour channel for the UK&I. The monitoring and reporting of industry evolution, market share & volume in a timely and accurate fashion will be at the forefront of the responsibilities within this position, whilst striving for simplification of processes to improve demand forecasting accuracy. Capitalisation of existing tools through Kinaxis to drive DFA improvements.

    What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

    Demand planning is a key function within WE Planning function to ensure a robust marketing planning process (both operationally and strategically), high quality reporting for WE area. representing UK&I as an intelligence hub for Area LT, brand marketing function and end market. The demand forecasting team acts as a custodian of the SOP process, annual marketing planning and reporting across the WE, ensures effectiveness, accuracy and alignment within the area reporting process

    Reports to

    Demand Planning Manager

    Number of Direct Reports

    N/A

    Core Relationships

    Internal – End market sales & marketing. Area Reporting & Information Team. Supply Chain

    External -

    Geographic Scope

    DRBU

    Travel Required

    N/A

    ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Development of high-quality bottom up BAT forecast within the vapour category, which covers industry trends, BAT share performance, activities, price drivers (24-months horizon)
  • Clear articulation of assumptions which stand behind forecast and on-going tracking of actuals performance target level
  • Constant improvement of forecast accuracy, which drives mitigation of write offs and out of stocks reduction
  • Active participation in monthly sales planning process via bringing BAT sales forecast and performance overview to Demand Review Meeting and Sales & Operation Planning Meeting
  • Run pre-alignment and follow-up sessions with cross-functions (Trade, Brand, Activation and SupplyChain) to ensure the forecast captures most accurate understanding of trends, and BAT marketing efforts
  • Keeping top management well-informed about performance level vs set targets via accurate and on time regular reporting in and above market
  • Maintaining the organisation of information worksheets and documents
  • Utilising Kinaxis platform to drive efficiencies in the forecasting process

    • EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

    ESSENTIAL

    Experience Required

  • Strong communicator, capable of building compelling narratives supported by facts and figures, to a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Experience in prioritising tasks, managing workload and working under pressure
  • Experience with software (Kinaxis, BI, Powerbi, Nielsen)

    • Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

  • Effective Interpersonal Skills
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Notably Excel & PowerPoint)

    • Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

  • Educated at Degree Level

    • *We might not have an open role at this moment, but, because our work environment is very dynamic, we are encouraging you to apply for this position and, the moment we have a suitable position for your profile the Recruitment Team will contact you as soon as possible.

    WE ARE BAT

    At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

    • BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

    Collaboration, diversity, and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference

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