Demand Planner Iberia

What makes this a great opportunity?

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected.  Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.

-Opportunity to belong to a Global team in a multicultural environment by sitting in the Madrid Office.

-Dynamic and growing organization where creative ideas are more than welcome.

-Suntory Global Spirits Benefits package which includes: health insurance, life insurance, luncheon card, pension plan.  Suntory Global Spirits also offers a positive and nice working environment.

Role Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the end-to-end Demand Planning process across assigned channels / markets within the S&OP framework
• Develop and maintain full-horizon forecasts for the product portfolio using statistical forecasting, market intelligence, and commercial inputs
• Drive the consensus forecasting process by integrating bottom-up and top-down assumptions from Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain
• Maintain forecast profiles, master data, and historical data cleansing activities to ensure forecast reliability
• Conduct product segmentation analysis to optimize forecasting models and statistical algorithms
• Monitor forecast performance and continuously improve Forecast Accuracy and Forecast Bias through root-cause analysis and corrective actions
• Identify and communicate risks and opportunities impacting volume and value forecasts

S&OP / IBP Leadership

• Facilitate Demand Clinic meetings and actively participate in monthly S&OP forums
• Ensure strong alignment between demand and supply planning teams within the integrated business planning process
• Promote the “One Number” principle across Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain functions
• Support the evolution of the S&OP process from a supply-chain-focused model to a fully integrated cross-functional IBP process
• Partner closely with Finance to support long-term business planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary interface between Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, Logistics, and Regional Supply Chain teams
• Collaborate with Innovation and International S&OP teams to ensure consistency in planning processes, reporting, portfolio management, and inventory optimization
• Ensure critical demand information and KPI reporting are accessible and actionable for relevant stakeholders
• Support and back up other Demand Planners when required

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to track forecasting and business performance
• Leverage forecasting systems and planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP) to automate and enhance planning capabilities
• Build cause-and-effect models to identify key drivers of forecast deviations and improve planning accuracy
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within forecasting and S&OP processes

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
• Minimum 3–6 years of relevant Demand Planning experience, preferably within FMCG
• Experience working in cross-functional and international business environments
• Knowledge of statistical and assumption-based forecasting methodologies

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of SAP and forecasting/planning tools (IBP preferred)
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Experience with KPI development, reporting, and data analysis