Manager Market Planning

Our client is a pioneer in the Tobacco Manufacturing Industry, with its headquarters situated in the United States. They have successfully expanded their operations to over 180 countries, representing five distinguished regional certifications, namely Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and Latin America. With a workforce of more than 75,000 talented individuals worldwide, our client has truly established itself as a global leader in the industry.

What sets our client apart is their unwavering commitment to innovation and progress. They have embarked on a remarkable journey of transformation, with a resolute aim to create a smoke-free future. This ambitious endeavor has completely redefined every aspect of their business, from the production and distribution of their products, to how they interact with their customers and society as a whole.

By embracing this transformation, our client has proved to be a trailblazer in their industry, setting an example for others to follow. With their pioneering vision and steadfast determination, they are poised to create a future that is free from the harmful effects of smoking. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the global market planning function within their market(s), collaborating with the OCS and the center of excellence to ensure the single point of contact (SPOC) concept is implemented across categories, establishing a clear flow of inputs/outputs from/to market planning function
• Ensure that business strategies of assigned market(s) are properly gathered and further processed into a production plan allowing to reach the market(s) targets
• Knowledge of all the relevant characteristics of market(s), such as sources of revenue, distribution strategy, inventory strategy and commercial strategy etc.
• Assist and support the Senior Manager for Market Planning in the preparation and facilitation of regional S&OP, by consolidating the demand plans critical metrics for allocated market(s), comparing it with the budget, identifying main drivers, opportunities and risks while ensuring the outcome is seamlessly integrated into the subsequent supply chain planning processes
• Responsible for the adherence to market planning process for markets (forecast dropped as per schedule, quality of forecast reflecting market strategy)

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related fields
• Fluent in English Other Language a plus
• 8+ Years of experience within Fast Paced Consumer Goods (FMCG), Electronics or Medical Device industry
• Experience in forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and data analytics
• 5+ years of management experience
• Working knowledge of SAP, Supply Chain Planning Solutions and Forecasting Solutions (E2OPEN suite is a strong plus)