Specialist - Demand Planning

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 14,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a talented individual to join us as a Demand Planning Specialist for our Asia Supply Chain team. If you are passionate about supply chain optimization and demand planning, this role offers an exciting avenue for professional growth and impact.  

In this critical and visible role, you will be responsible for supporting all aspects of demand planning in the Asia region. You will collaborate with cross functional teams and leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive demand planning and deliver continuous improvement programs to promote and maintain data integrity.

What you will be doing

• Manages Sales Forecast models by reviewing historical sales, adjusting statistical forecast parameters, and preparing plans to ensure accurate forecasts that reflect business complexity.
• Follows and captures market trends that will impact Sales Forecast.
• Monitors and uses information from New Opportunities Pipelines, consistently incorporating prospect businesses into the Sales Forecast.
• Organizes interaction events with TMs, ABMs, and Marketing teams, and coordinates sign-off with Sales Forecast approvers.
• Provides a focal point for coordination of discussions related to Supply constraint resolution (i.e. allocations), including preparation of Scenario Analysis and recommendations for the teams that will be impacted.
• Owns and operates Demand Planner Profile in SAP, which includes responsibility for input of Sales Forecast in the system.
• Represents main forecast variations with rationale for change.
• Participates in Regional S&OP meeting and leading Leading monthly communication with cross functional stakeholders of the demand plan, uncovering key assumptions influencing the plan and highlighting potential risks that may affect the ability to meet customer demand. 
• Aligns with the Region’s business priorities, drive Sales Forecast increase in products and/or territories of special need of improvement.
• Provides assumptions for budget and long term (e.g. 5 years) planning activities.

What you will bring

• At least 4-6 years’ experience in Supply Chain and/or Demand Planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, industrial engineering or other quantitative discipline.
• Supply Chain planning skills and experience evidencing deep understanding of demand, planning and forecasting processes.
• Proven experience in SAP data management, data governance or related roles.
• Experience working with planning systems and technologies reliant on Master Data efficacy (importantly SAP S/4 HANA, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate demand insights with various stakeholders, demonstrating strong engagement and communication skills.
• Predisposition to plan and execute tasks independently, with integrity and accountability.
• Well-honed business intellect to identify and work towards key drivers of success.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.