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Job title: Demand Planning Analyst
Contract: Permanent
Location: Fox and Geese, Clondalkin Dublin 22.
About Irish Distillers
Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and makers of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our brands have driven the global renaissance of Irish whiskey and are exported to over 130 markets across the globe. We are located across 5 locations in Ireland and are based nationwide across Cork, Dublin and Belfast. Recently, In 2022, we proudly became a top 10 global spirit brand, distributing over 10 million cases of Jameson across the globe. At the core of everything we do is a passion for our craft, a commitment to sustainability and an ambition to create drinks that can be enjoyed the world over. We believe great things happen when real, remarkable and responsible come together
Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard in 1988, gaining access to unprecedented levels of investment and an extensive global distribution network. Pernod Ricard is the No.2 worldwide producer of wines and spirits with over 300 brands including Absolut, Jacobs Creek, Beefeater Gin and MMPJ and many more.
We are currently recruiting for the position of Demand Planning Analyst, based in Fox & Geese and reporting to Colm Mitchell, Senior Planning Manager
The purpose of this role is to carry out and deepen the analytical and project management functions of the business to ensure we can provide world class Customer Service solutions and service to Export Affiliates.
The impact of this role (KPI’s and Projects) will also favourably contribute towards Irish Distillers, Pernod Ricard Group and Market Company (Customer) objectives. This position will be responsbile for specific regions/markets including established and emerging.
Key Responsibilities:
Optimization of the Connect System which is an integrated end to end Supply Chain management module facilitating Group, Brand Company and Market Company inventory replenishment and controls. Contribute to Group Steering and collaboration with other Brand Companies as well as Connect Developments. Support the International Customer Relationship Team on Connect performance, KPI’s, maintenance and stability.
Support analysis and Supply Review process (S&OP with customers). Prepare Supply Review analysis from Connect and other source systems as well as Supply Review decks for the team. Participate in and/or Lead Supply Review meetings as required and circulate minutes and actions.
Represent team on Supply Chain projects that impact across Production for IDL and/or Group purposes (i.e. Optimised Inventories, Lead time reduction, Planning, S&OP).
Lead International Customer Relationship multi market projects with communications to all market companies (ie. premiums, innovations and mandatory changes), liaise with the team appropriately.
Represent International Customer Relationship Team on new innovation launches (i.e. Jameson Caskmates) and product re-stages to ensure smooth process and rollout to all markets.
Support development of relationship with International Marketing, Innovation and Finance in relation to ways of working to deliver smooth process and world class customer service.
Develop analytical data and compliance KPI’s from Connect re forecast accuracy (by Market/Brand/SKU), in market inventories, slow movers, OTIF/volume fill, lead times, modifications and inventory coverage.
Generation of all freight analysis reporting against monthly freight budget and highlight main variance drivers across each cost centre with segregation of BAF/IMO fuel +/-, volume variance +/-, rate variance, expedited transport, YOY volume analysis
Develop International Customer Relationship reporting process to International Marketing, Production Senior Management Group and Finance for budget and forecast purposes. This role will work closely with Senior Management both in IDL and across the Group in order to optimise and improve Group Supply Chain process.
Support and build relationships as required with Export Affiliates.
Support grey market activity analysis for IDL.
Qualifications and experience:
Third level qualification in Supply Chain, Business or equivalent.
Experience in research methodology an advantage
Minimum 2 years in a similar role
IT and process improvement experience
Strong commercial and cross-functional experience will be a distinct advantage
Strong analytical and numeric ability
Significant and proven experience of to adding Value to work Teams and the Business
Proven consistent record of taking ownership of and driving own personal development
Key Skills Required:
Effective communication skills
Story telling & scene setting using numerical data
Strong IT and modelling skills, knowledge of SAP and Power BI would be a key advantage
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Ability to manage multiple tasks, ensuring an attention to fine detail.
DCommercial understanding and Focus
Excellent negotiation skills
Proven planning and organisation skills
Strong reporting presentation skills
Microsoft Office Suite including modelling/scenarios
Flexible and adaptable approach in a fast-paced environment
Career focused mentality
Fluency in a second language will be an advantage as well as an awareness of different cultures and the ability through a diplomatic approach to handle any associated conflicts
What we offer
We understand our people are our special ingredient. We treat our employees with respect and offer an environment that is engaging, supportive and collaborative. We understand that employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives and our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success.
Hybrid working; A blended working arrangement of up to 3 days a week working from where you work best
Profit share: an annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.
Allowance: an annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.
People Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes.
Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member
Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parents
Health & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and Mind
Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choice
Our Leadership Attributes
Grow Diverse Teams: Leverages & values diversity of profiles to build empowered teams and develop talents creating a sense of belonging in an environment that promotes the Pernod Ricard values
Bold & Agile: Decisive and courageous even in the face of difficult & complex situations and always learns from past experiences. Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said in a respectful way
Consumer Centric; Develops customer/consumer intimacy with a focus on technology to innovate and create more value for the consumer and Pernod Ricard.
Open & Authentic; Role models who instil trust, engage teams by giving and receiving feedback and constantly fostering open dialogue.
Growth Mindset; Forward thinking; embodies a vision that translates into inspiring strategies. Thrives in a complex and changing world deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
Deliver through Collaboration; Achieves results while balancing rigorous planning and flexible transversal collaboration. Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Like a well-blended whiskey, we believe that diverse perspectives make us better and we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences to create together the spirit that makes us great.
To learn more about our careers, go to our careers page
www.irishdistillers.ie/careers
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Job Posting End Date:
2023-07-27
