Global Demand Planning Manager at IFF optimizing demand forecasting and collaboration across Ingredients portfolios. Leading strategic planning initiatives in a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, consolidation, and validation of the global demand forecast for Ingredients portfolios and regions
Integrate statistical forecasting models, historical data, commercial inputs, and market trends to ensure forecast accuracy
Identify key demand drivers, risks, and opportunities and communicate them clearly to stakeholders
Perform root‑cause analysis on forecast accuracy and bias and drive improvement actions with regional teams
Ensure alignment between demand forecasts, financial plans, budgets, and strategic outlooks
Translate demand plans into actionable inputs for global and regional supply planning teams
Support monthly Demand Review activities within Integrated Business Planning (IBP), including assumptions and analytics
Ensure regional demand inputs comply with global standards defined by the Business Planning Center of Excellence (COE)
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field
5–8+ years of experience in demand planning, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
Hands‑on experience with SAP Integrated Business Planning - IBP
Proven collaboration with Finance, Commercial, and Supply Planning teams
Strong analytical, statistical, and problem‑solving skills with advanced Excel proficiency
Ability to work effectively across regions, cultures, and time zones
Clear communication skills and the ability to influence diverse stakeholder groups
Experience leading or coordinating globally distributed teams
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a global Ingredients business with strong market impact
Hybrid or remote working options depending on location
Structured onboarding and learning programs
Continuous professional development opportunities
Inclusive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
Ability to influence global planning maturity and standards
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