Santiago de los Caballeros, DO, 51000
Jr. Demand Planner
JR. DEMAND PLANNER
Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Jr. Demand Planner to join our Demand Planning team. This is an administrative role whose main responsibility is partnering in the demand planning process in close cooperation with business representatives (Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, & Customer Service) to optimize service level objectives. Objectives are achieved through the refinement of monthly and weekly forecasts. Intelligence is secured through various reporting systems and communication linkage between the functional areas.
WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?
- Set up demand planning strategy ensuring the use of adequate planning methods and optimal alignment with business functions.
- Coordinate the forecast process in close collaboration with commercial organizations to provide the most accurate demand plan.
- Generate and review monthly forecasts; measure, track, and improve forecast accuracy.
- Coordinate and update segmentation for demand planning aligned with supply side segmentation.
- Manage Phase-In (new products) / Phase-Out (discontinued or slow-moving items) to prevent obsolescence.
- Contribute to the S&OP process with demand planning results.
- Develop and document standard planning processes aligned with global practices.
- Participate in the development and implementation of forecasting technologies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED?
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, or Finance.
- Advanced English proficiency.
- 2–4 years of experience in Demand Planning/Supply Chain functions.
- Experience working with Sales and Customer Service (preferred).
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, forecasting tools).
- Proficient in data management and analysis (SQL, Business Objects, Microsoft Access).
- Willingness to pursue APICS certification.
- APICS certification is a plus.
- Knowledge of eCommerce and Retail is a plus.
WHAT IS ON OFFER?
As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Our benefits differ across regions; our recruiting team will be able to give more details.
OUR HIRING PROCESS
Requirements
Before we enter a hiring process, your job application will be reviewed by a member of our recruiting team. Your application will be reviewed in line with the hiring competencies we have for the role you have applied for. If your experience aligns with the requirements, you will enter our hiring process which will consist of the following:
- Recruiter Screen
- Behavioral Assessment
- Hiring Manager Interview
- Grandparent Manager Interview
About Scandinavian Tobacco Group
At Scandinavian Tobacco Group, we always encourage you to craft the career that makes you more. We have a rich heritage that dates back 250 years and have been operating as a Scandinavian Tobacco Group since 1961. We operate in over 100 countries, employing over 10,000 people. We offer a diverse portfolio of iconic brands ranging from Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas and most recently branched into smokeless tobacco through our recent acquisition of XQS. We are on a mission to focus on sustainability and minimizing our environmental footprint. We are committed to creating a culture that allows us to blend our strengths, to go far it takes a winning team, and this is why we pride ourselves on sharing our skills, knowledge and expertise to push each other forward.
Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.