Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE
To provide an accurate forecast of future demand (RDP) which maximizes the sales opportunity while minimizing the risk of creating excess inventory. The primary focus is to create alignment between Financial (Sales Planning - IBP), Channel, Brand and Supply Planning using the SAP APO environment to harmonise and house this single source of truth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Seasonal Planning Preparation

Review and consolidate RMA article forecast post ranging sign-off (Brand/Channel alignment) across articles and channels.
Review and maintain the Rolling Demand Plan (RDP) as consolidated Merchandise Plans (DTC) and Sales Orders (B2B) are captured.


Seasonal Consolidation of Demand/In Season Maintenance of Demand

Maintain Demand Plan (RDP) on a rolling basis (monthly) and manage phasing of demand.
Review monthly Buying Volumes and be accountable to ensure Purchase Requisitions (PRs) are correctly maintained to support Demand phasing and correctly converted into Purchase Orders (POs).
Oversee Inventory simulation on a monthly basis to assist in decision support on buying and conversion discussions (Demand Review + MPBR).
Participate in MPBR (Management Planning & Buying Review) sessions to align Demand to constrained Supply and ensure all channels are updated on operational execution (timing and volumes) in the mid term.
Supporting In Season Creation (ISC) & Hype Demand management in conjunction with CTC & Channels
Be the key driver in Responsiveness programs (Never Out of Stock, Planned Responsiveness, Near Shoring) supporting active weekly maintenance of Plans based on Read & React Analytics (vs Targets)
Facilitate discussions on stock sharing with channels, should supply constraints be applied.


Business Decision Support Creation of Reporting Suits to support Business Data Maintenance Contribute to Continuous Improvement of Operational Demand Planning Process


KEY RELATIONSHIPS
CTC Team (Brand) on Range guidance and RMA DTC Merchandising Teams, B2B Sales Teams Global/Local Supply Chain (PSI, PSC) Emerging Markets Demand Planning Global Demand Planning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage and influence multiple cross-functional stakeholders. Strong cross functional process knowledge or willingness to learn Pro-active, collaborative and positive attitude even in changing environments. Ability to think tactically but also focus on details. Used to multi-task, solve challenges independently and work against deadlines to deliver high-quality work on time in full. Proven methodological skills (e.g. data analysis, trend forecasting). Simplification and efficiency. Good attention to detail and high level of accuracy Global mind-set and ability to work cross-culturally; experience within different countries and/or different cultures an advantage.



EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or related field required, higher degree preferred in management/accounting. 3 years of cross-functional experience in Marketing Operations, Merchandising, Demand Planning, Sales/Retail or finance. Excellent Project Management Skills. Excellent Presentation Skills. Fluent in English (writing and verbal). IT skills: Outlook and Word: Basic; Excel and PowerPoint: advanced. MSTR/PowerBI/SAP knowledge preferable.


AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.




COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..


OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.


INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.


TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.


INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.


RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

ADIDAS CELEBRATES DIVERSITY, SUPPORTS INCLUSIVENESS AND ENCOURAGES INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION IN OUR WORKPLACE. WE DO NOT TOLERATE THE HARASSMENT OR DISCRIMINATION TOWARD ANY OF OUR APPLICANTS OR EMPLOYEES. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

JOB TITLE:
Manager Operational Demand Planning EM
BRAND:
LOCATION:
Dubai
TEAM:
Finance
STATE:
Duba
COUNTRY/REGION:
AE
CONTRACT TYPE:
Full time
NUMBER:
525517
DATE:
Mar 11, 2025