.```htmlJob SummaryAt Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice: Demand Planner with French.Job ResponsibilitiesThe position holder is responsible to analyze sales forecasts, prepare demand plans, support S&OP meetings and maintain related systems. The candidate will be accountable for those SKUs under his/her market responsibility. He/she will ensure good communication with commercial organizations, finance, and operations, so that market sales/demand are consistent and balanced with local supply to meet customer requirements and in line with overall business strategy and financial targets.Major Tasks and ResponsibilitiesCheck accuracy of statistical forecasting and/or create baseline based on historical data.Liaise with market organizations to obtain enrichments, evaluate, and incorporate changes into demand plans and document reasons for change.Regularly analyze KPI's (e.G. forecast accuracy) and propose actions to improve performance in collaboration with regional demand planning.Ensure that an up-to-date 36-month forecast is maintained in related systems (e.G. APO) based on the latest business insights.Closely monitor supply issues (e.G. stock outs and bottlenecks) in collaboration with supply coordination and identify impact on demand.Prepare and support S&OP meetings in line with global schedule, including but not limited to preparation of reports, analysis of issues and risks, as well as coordination of action items.Partner with supply coordination and market organizations to monitor shelf life and obsolescence and provide recommendations to avoid write-offs.Work RelationsInternal: Regional Supply Chain Management, Headquarters Global Service Delivery Management, Supply Chain Management Stakeholders (in the countries)External: AuditorsQualificationsBachelor's degree in business administration and a post graduate certificate in a supply chain management discipline preferred.5 to 7 years related experience in supply chain management.Must be a self-starter, with good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work.Strong SAP knowledge, especially APO.Knowledge in MS Office.Digital mindset and knowledge in emerging digital technologies (e.G., RPA, Blockchain, AI, IoT etc.).Experience in operational excellence.Highly motivated, structured and able to handle stressful situations.Strong in troubleshooting, problem solving and high degree of proactivity.Results oriented
