London, England, United Kingdom
Over 4 years experience of demand planning in a category leading fmcg company. Responsible for the full portfolio of 200 baby milk and baby food SKUs and 1200 individual forecasts. Leading role and ownership of the business S&OP process, including a monthly presentation to the company directors. Expert user in 2 different forecast programs. APO (SAP) as a member of the team that implemented it in the business in July 2011 and also its predecessor, Manugistics. Experienced in all common forecast topics; seasonal, new product launches, discontinuation, promotions, cannibalisation, pricing, etc. A solid over-arching knowledge of the wider supply chain and the integration with sales, marketing and finance departments. Experience in managing the team (2 direct reports) for a 6 month interim period (Sep 2012 to Feb 2013).