Market Analysis and Planning Analyst

YOUR ROLE

Be the main point of contact for the Mexican team for all matters related to units planning availability, via regular governances and/or on an ad-hoc basis with the objective to improve visibility and smoothen the order-to-delivery process.

Lead the short and mid-term planning as part of the monthly S&OP cycle, revising sell-in/sell-out forecasts by analyzing historical sales and latest trends, considering future retail activities (e.g., promotions) and seasonality.

Track, investigate and explain deviations from the latest forecast scenario, proactively raising flags, adjusting the plan and keeping a high forecast accuracy rate.

Act as guardian of inventory for Mexico, ensuring stock levels under control with focus on fast-moving products.

Support elaboration of unit ordering strategy for Mexico, defining rules, managing product allocation, confirming orders, and keeping stakeholders informed about product availability.

Reflect latest scenarios into IBP, the planning tool, to drive production adjustments and ensure changes understood by the General planning Team.

Support Market Planning Manager in developing quarterly financial forecasts (volume and storyline).

Create and update reports, summaries and presentations to explain strategies and aid decision-making.

Collaborate with the planning tool project team (“IBP”) to understand day-to-day reality and implement continuous improvements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Strategic Planning or Demand Planning.
• Suitable Bachelor or Master degree.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

PROFILE

Excellent Excel and data analysis skills.

First experience with IBP not mandatory but a strong plus.

Well-rounded business acumen with high strategic thinking, problem solving, and willingness for efficiency.

Ability to challenge the status quo with data-driven insights and a mindset focused on process improvements.

Organized, accurate and results-oriented.

Ability to work and deliver in a high-stress environment.

Knowledge of reporting tools such as Power BI or SQL is a strong plus.

LANGUAGE

Fluent in Spanish written and verbal.

English advanced (Min. 80%) written.

French or German is an advantage.

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