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At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

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What you will do

The demand planning specialist is responsible for evaluating demand from distributors and developing accurate forecasts to align supply with business needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams mainly commercial, marketing, operations and regulatory. You will manage forecasting systems, and analyze data to improve forecast accuracy and support strategic and operational planning. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and maintain comprehensive demand forecasts and to optimize inventory levels, reduce stockouts, and enhance forecast accuracy. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, operations, customer service, finance, and other teams to facilitate interim forecast discussions, and ensure alignment with internal customer needs, business objectives, and dynamic market trends. 

• Manage and coordinate import planning activities for Egypt, ensuring supply continuity, inventory optimization, and stable warehouse operations. 

• Lead end-to-end local co-packing activities with external suppliers, ensuring timely planning and execution to support product availability and prevent loss of sales. 

• Maintain and govern planning master data, ensuring data accuracy, process compliance, and reliable system inputs to support effective supply chain planning. 

• Leverage data visualization tools to create interactive dashboards that provide real-time insights into demand fluctuations, supply chain performance, and support strategic decision-making through timely and accurate monthly demand reports. 

• Lead scenario planning exercises and conduct monthly demand business reviews to anticipate market disruptions, analyze trends, identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and proactively adjust demand plans for business continuity and agility. 

• Develop and analyze performance metrics related to quality, cost, and delivery to support supplier scorecards and business reviews, and identify and resolve gaps between financial and statistical forecasts, recommending outsourcing solutions when demand exceeds internal capacity. 

What we are looking for 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as supply chain management, business administration, engineering or finance 

• 4-6 years of experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, or related analytical roles, preferably within a multinational FMCG or consumer goods environment 

• Experience in import operations, warehouse management, and supplier coordination is preferred, with a strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes 

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence cross-functional stakeholders across local and regional teams 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights 

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including supply chain, sales, marketing, and finance. 

• Knowledge of inventory management principles and reorder point optimization. 

• Familiarity with compliance standards and data integrity best practices in demand planning. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver reports within specified timeframes. 

• Problem-solving skills to address forecast discrepancies and recommend capacity management solutions. 

Desired Qualifications 

• Proven expertise in advanced analytical tools  

• Proficiency in demand planning software like SAP IBP or Oracle Demantra. 

• Strong aptitude for interpreting complex datasets and translating them into actionable business strategies with a creative problem-solving mindset. 

• Exceptional communication skills to effectively present innovative demand insights and influence cross-functional teams. 

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and drive continuous improvement initiatives that elevate forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency. 

• Proficiency in forecasting software and statistical modeling tools to develop accurate demand plans. 

What’s in it for you 

• Annual base salary that considers a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.          

• Competitive Benefit Package*          

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!          

• Learning & Development Opportunities          

• Kenvuer Impact Networks          

• This list could vary based on location/region  

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