Demand Planning & Forecasting Lead the end-to-end Demand Planning process across assigned channels / markets within the S&OP framework
Develop and maintain full-horizon forecasts for the product portfolio using statistical forecasting, market intelligence, and commercial inputs
Drive the consensus forecasting process by integrating bottom-up and top-down assumptions from Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain
Maintain forecast profiles, master data, and historical data cleansing activities to ensure forecast reliability
Conduct product segmentation analysis to optimize forecasting models and statistical algorithms
Monitor forecast performance and continuously improve Forecast Accuracy and Forecast Bias through root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Identify and communicate risks and opportunities impacting volume and value forecasts
S&OP / IBP Leadership Facilitate Demand Clinic meetings and actively participate in monthly S&OP forums
Ensure strong alignment between demand and supply planning teams within the integrated business planning process
Promote the "One Number" principle across Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain functions
Support the evolution of the S&OP process from a supply-chain-focused model to a fully integrated cross-functional IBP process
Partner closely with Finance to support long-term business planning
Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the primary interface between Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, Logistics, and Regional Supply Chain teams
Collaborate with Innovation and International S&OP teams to ensure consistency in planning processes, reporting, portfolio management, and inventory optimization
Ensure critical demand information and KPI reporting are accessible and actionable for relevant stakeholders
Support and back up other Demand Planners when required
Reporting & Continuous Improvement Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to track forecasting and business performance
Leverage forecasting systems and planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP) to automate and enhance planning capabilities
Build cause-and-effect models to identify key drivers of forecast deviations and improve planning accuracy
Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within forecasting and S&OP processes
Requirements
Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
Minimum 3-6 years of relevant Demand Planning experience, preferably within FMCG
Experience working in cross-functional and international business environments
Knowledge of statistical and assumption-based forecasting methodologies
Technical Skills Strong knowledge of SAP and forecasting/planning tools (IBP preferred)
Advanced MS Excel skills
Experience with KPI development, reporting, and data analysis
While relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support are not guaranteed, we may offer assistance to successful candidates depending on factors such as role requirements in accordance with company guidelines.
Additional Information
At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.
What makes this a great opportunity?
At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant's skills and experience.
-Opportunity to belong to a Global team in a multicultural environment by sitting in the Madrid Office.
-Dynamic and growing organization where creative ideas are more than welcome.
-Suntory Global Spirits Benefits package which includes: health insurance, life insurance, luncheon card, pension plan. Suntory Global Spirits also offers a positive and nice working environment.
Suntory Global Spirits · Madrid, Spain