Demand Planner

Metayb is a digital transformation company on a mission to transform seamlessly by empowering organisations to navigate the vast landscape of the digital-first era. Within just one year of inception, we have grown into a close-knit family of 250+ employees, each possessing rich field expertise. Metayb focuses on fostering seamless customer experiences, enhancing operational efficiency & deriving actionable insights. By harnessing the power of emerging tech Metayb aims to be the unparalleled choice for global customers, delivering strategic goals effectively within a digital first ecosystem of value creation.

Our key areas of expertise lie in Digital Transformation, Data Science, SAP Implementation, Workflow Automation, Dashboarding, Visualization, Finance and Supply Chain services. We strongly aspire to venture into IOT, AI/ML & Virtual Reality. Metayb endeavours to be best-in class across digital solutions, infrastructure, and product engineering.

If you are passionate about digital transformation, seek to work with cutting-edge technologies, and wish to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, Metayb is the place for you!

Role Overview

The Demand Planner is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts, driving the monthly S&OP process, and ensuring seamless coordination between supply chain, sales, marketing, and product teams. The role aims to achieve high forecast accuracy, optimize inventory, and support business growth through data-driven planning and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Gather demand inputs from branch heads, product owners, and other stakeholders to create accurate SKU-level forecasts.
• Release rolling forecasts to Supply Planners and ensure timely servicing of Sales Orders (SOs).
• Develop advanced forecasting models based on industry trends, demand patterns, and historical data.
• Constantly monitor new order entries to evaluate their impact on forecasts and recommend corrective actions.
• Assess forecast accuracy, identify inaccuracy drivers, and implement improvements.
  
  

S&OP & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Actively participate in monthly S&OP meetings with Supply Planners and leadership to deliver forecasts.
• Collaborate with product managers and marketing teams on factory issues, NPIs, and phase-in/phase-out planning.
• Communicate forecast performance, risks, and recommendations clearly to leadership for decision-making.
• Support management with risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
  
  

Analytics & Supply Chain Insights

• Review and analyze cross-country logistics costs and stocking policies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Manage key item attributes to improve forecast reliability and demand planning.
• Provide data-driven insights to improve truck load optimization, distributor allocation, and inventory flow.
• Ensure consistency of data and planning processes across regions.
  
  

Required Skills

Hard Skills

• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP).
• Strong expertise in analytics and BI tools (Power BI).
• Proficiency in demand forecasting and supply chain planning methodologies.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; Six Sigma certification is a plus.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Results-oriented and pragmatic approach.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders effectively.
  
  

Disclaimer: The job title mentioned in this description is generic and intended for broad categorization purposes. The final designation will be determined based on the candidate’s performance during the interview process, relevant experience, and alignment with the organizational hierarchy.