Job summary

Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

We provide heat, light and mobility to customers worldwide. We’re fundamentally redefining what we do, so we can reach net zero by 2050 or sooner. We also have a strong mission to help the whole world become net zero too – working across our industry to improve people’s lives.

It’s crucial to us that the differences we see in the world around us are reflected in our workplace. Who you are is what counts, not where you’re from or how you live your life. A culture that values everyone benefits all of us. That’s why, to help our people thrive, we nurture a truly diverse and inclusive environment.

Join our Team and advance your career as Demand Planning Manager North Africa!

This role is for Egyptian nationalities only. We would like to encourage candidates of all genders to apply.

In this role you will (be):

• Lead and manage robust, high quality demand planning and demand control processes across the region, driving continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and forecasting bias.
• Drive demand consensus sessions with Sales Management and supply chain managers to assure required business intelligence input into the demand planning process and plan
• Overlooks accurate usage of planning tools as well as maintaining up to date data
• Guard correctness of active stock-keeping unit (SKU) portfolio in planning
• Follow Sales and operations planning (S&OP) operating model principles with demand data, KPI’s and V&O values
• Support and monitor stat forecasting team and results for the region
• Work closely with marketing and New product introduction (NPI) project team to include promotional activities and new launches into demand cycles
• Supervise inventory performance measurements and make recommendations to reduce excess&SLOB stock and minimize stockouts
• Prepare and issue reporting
• Supporting and advising demand analysts with the right market trends and insights

You will need to be successful in:

• Proficiency in English
• Bachelor degree in Business economics, Supply Chain or equivalent
• Around 10 years of total proven experience
• Min. 3 years of experience in similar business with demand planning, forecasting and mature S&OP operating models
• Familiar with collaborative demand planning and forecasting methods and modern planning tools
• Very good Planning skills and Familiarity with demand planning and forecasting software, ERP systems, and relevant tools for demand forecasting and inventory management
• Proficiency in big data and analytics and Strong attention to detail i.e analyze historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant information to inform demand forecasts
• Business sense to challenge and influence key stakeholders to ensure alignment with demand plans and resolve issues
• High level in networking, collaborative working with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, supply chain, and finance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient use of MS office

We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Analytical Method, Analytical Skills, Analytical Thinking, Analytical Tools, Data Forecasting, Data Management, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Statistical Forecasting, Strategic Thinking, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.