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Job Description: 

Reporting to the Head of Category, DCPOS Operations EMEA, the Senior Demand Planner DCPOS for the EMEA region plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate forecasting and strategic alignment of product demand across EMEA for a segment of the category, with a responsibility of upwards of $25M+ ( TBC dependent on Vendors)

This position requires collaboration with our 15 country organisations and vendors, working within an international cross-functional team to develop, refine, and manage a consensus demand plan that is critical for meeting the dynamic needs of diverse markets within the EMEA scope. This commercial role includes a component of variable compensation, directly linking the Demand Planner’s rewards to the performance and success of their category. Key performance indicators linked to this role include Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and Forecast Accuracy.

Responsibilities, Supporting Actions & End-Results

• Defining demand forecasts at SKU and Country level to support and align with current business needs and strategic growth initiatives.
• Achieving budgeted or targeted Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Maintaining forecasting accuracy for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), minimizing variances and ensuring financial predictability.
• Ensuring airtight alignment with Supply Planners to match supply capabilities with forecasted demand, accurately.
• Coordinating the sales forecast with vendors, category managers, country business units, and key customers to ensure comprehensive market coverage and demand fulfilment.
• Facilitating consistent communication and collaboration among stakeholders to adjust forecasts in real-time based on market changes and business needs.
• Close collaboration with Business Developments Managers, Vendors and Marketing departments, regarding new product announcements and growth initiatives which impact sku-level demand.

Attributes associated with this position:

• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Fluent English (mandatory); any additional European language is a plus.
• Regional and multicultural exposure preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills required; Power BI knowledge is a plus.
• Strong eagerness to learn and develop deep product knowledge.
• Naturally curious and motivated by market and industry trends.
• Detail-oriented, with a high level of precision and accuracy.
• Strong team collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups.
• Data-driven mindset with solid analytical capabilities.
• Willingness to travel once per quarter.​

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