• Job Description

  Req#: R-69537

  About Us

  T he Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

  No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!

  Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration

  We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

  Job Description

  Demand Manager
  

  About the Position

  We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced demand planner to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The demand planner role lies within the French operations team. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into the Head of S&OP France. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. Your primary responsibilities will be to manage a channel (FS or retail) for the French BU.: a combination of historical volume reviews and new data to contribute to discussions on new product launches, future innovations, factory planning, logistics planning and stock policy to ensure we have the right product in the right place at the right time.

  
  In brief, you will be responsible for;

  • Delivering forecast accuracy targets through the development of robust demand forecasts and coordinating forecast inputs such as promotional and media plans
  • Managing the forecast of a portfolio of FMCG products including the generation of base forecast down to SKU level through high quality analysis within our O9 platform.
  • Coordinating product flow to the French market through working collaboratively with our central supply planning team
  • Managing the meeting and process framework to ensure forecasts are constructively challenged to drive consensus and accuracy
  • Inventory levels and write off minimalization through robust monthly supply chain loss processes.
  • Customer service levels (i.e. case fill rate and requested delivery date to ensure we have the right product in the right place at the right time) to manage operational efficiency.
  • Some repack activities will need to performed.

  Qualifications

  
  Hard Skills
  Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.

  • Bachelor’s degree essential
  • 5+ years prior supply chain is essential, plus demand planning specific experience
  • Advanced Excel knowledge
  • SAP and/or O9 experience is preferred
  • Fluency in English is essential
    

  Professional Attributes

  • Communication Skills
    • At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication and leadership skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.
  • Commercial Sense
    • You don’t only want to win; you hate to lose. You’re always seeking for opportunities to expand your business and create more savings, while over delivering your targets.
  • Analytical
    • We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution, clear recommendations and action plan with your analytical mindset.
  • Networking skills
    • You’re able to be interesting and interested in business conversations, motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have, the more easily you can get things done. You, highly aware of that, are constantly expending your network.
  • High pressure
    • You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a demanding and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.

  What we offer you

  • An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for you;
  • A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
  • A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure;
  • Permanent contract; for we believe in doing big bets on people;
  • Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea, please let us know and we can set it in action!

  Scope:

  • One channel full ownership in France market
  • 150+ base sku’s and all promotional displays
  • New product introduction accuracy
  • Inventory levels and write off reductions
  • Customer service levels & operational cost impact
  • One time Repack planning and launches.

  Location(s)

  Paris

  
  

  Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .

• About the company

  From humble beginnings in 1869 to providing America’s favorite condiments today, the history of HEINZ is full of all kinds of delicious details.

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