Demand Planner CoE

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, data-driven baseline forecasts for a 0-24 month horizon to support distributor markets.
• Own the integrated demand plan for assigned markets, managing sell-in, depletions, and inventory context.
• Drive the S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) monthly rhythm by providing clear insights into demand drivers.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to translate market intelligence into actionable planning implications.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in demand planning processes and system enhancements.
• Analyze external data, including promotions, innovation launches, and market dynamics, to ensure forecast accuracy.

Requirements

• Proficiency in demand forecasting techniques and tools (e.g., time series, regression).
• Experience using demand planning software such as SAP BI, HANA, or IBP.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain, inventory management, and depletions-based planning.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex datasets and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Eastern European languages.
• Experience working in a complex, multi-market distributor environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay package and retirement/pension plan.
• Competitive holiday and paid time off, including volunteer days.
• Medical, critical illness, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs and family-friendly leave policies.

About the Company

Bacardi is the world’s largest privately-held international spirits company. With over 160 years of heritage and a portfolio of more than 200 brands, we are guided by our 3Fs culture: being Fearless, treating each other like Family, and having a Founder's mentality.