The Demand Planning & Innovation Excellence Lead is responsible for driving best-in-class demand planning processes, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and embedding innovation excellence across the supply chain
Job Summary
The Demand Planning & Innovation Excellence Lead is responsible for driving best-in-class demand planning processes, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and embedding innovation excellence across the supply chain.
This role ensures that demand planning strategies are data-driven, customer-focused, and integrated with innovation processes to improve market responsiveness and operational efficiency.
Diageo is committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, embracing diversity in the broadest possible sense.
Matching Summary
The Demand Planning & Innovation Excellence Lead is responsible for driving best-in-class demand planning processes, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and embedding innovation excellence across the supply chain.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Demand planning processes
Forecasting accuracy enhancement
Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
Consumer and customer analytics
Supply chain innovation planning
Data-driven decision-making
Nice-to-have
Continuous improvement roadmaps
Stakeholder training programs
Cross-functional collaboration
Business agility enhancement
Inclusive culture championing
Key Requirements
Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, and IBP processes
Proficiency in forecasting tools (SAP IBP, APO, Excel, or similar)
Significant experience in demand planning, forecasting, and innovation management
Experience in FMCG, Beverage, or Consumer Goods industries