APAC Demand Planning and S&OP Manager

Campari Group today is a major player in the global branded spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, marketed and distributed in over 190 markets around the world, with leading positions in Europe and the Americas.Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 25 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries, and employs approximately 4,700 people.Shares of the parent company Davide Campari - Milano N.V. are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. Campari Group is today the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry.General Description Of The RoleThe Regional Demand Planning and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) Manager leads the demand forecasting and S&OP processes across APAC. This role is pivotal in aligning cross-functional teams, driving forecast accuracy, and ensuring supply chain agility to meet business objectives.Key Responsibilities And ActivitiesDemand Planning & ForecastingDevelop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using statistical models, market intelligence, and historical data.Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to gather inputs and validate assumptions.Monitor forecast performance and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy.S&OP LeadershipLead the regional S&OP process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans.Facilitate regional monthly S&OP meetings with key stakeholders to review performance, risks, and opportunities.Drive consensus on demand plans and ensure timely communication of changes across the organization.Analytics & ReportingProvide insights and analytics to support decision-making and scenario planning.Develop KPIs and dashboards to track forecast accuracy.Process ImprovementIdentify and implement best practices to enhance forecasting and S&OP maturity.Champion digital tools and automation to streamline planning processes.Stakeholder EngagementAct as the regional S&OP point of contact for global supply chain initiatives.Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to ensure seamless execution.Summary Of Experience10+ years of proven Demand Planning , S&OP , Supply Chain Planning management International Demand Planning management across multi-countries within a wide matrix organization and a diverse cross –cultural context Solid experience as a Senior Project Manager managing multiple projects from business case through approval and a track-record of delivering excellent results to deadlinesMust have a solid appreciation and understanding of corporate and commercial strategies to complimentEducation / Professional QualificationsMasters degree with a major in Supply Chain / Planning management Certification in Project Management highly desirableAPICs certification well regardedSkillsFunctional CompetenciesExcellent Demand Planning management skills.Strong background and experience in statistical forecasting processes and tools, advanced planning analytics and data science (SAP APO, IBP, Excel, Power BI)Solid analytical & numeracy skillsDeployment of business change programsStrong coaching & training ability on process and system solutions. Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing tasks based on demand despite changes in work scope or focus.Leadership & Individual Effectiveness SkillsStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsInnovative thinker with continuous improvement mindsetSystems / process driven with attention to detail Self-motivation, strong work ethic, and a passion for being hands-on in their work Excellent verbal & written communication skills.Outstanding ability to communicate clearly in the broad sense in a multi-cultural environmentTeam player High Performance orientation & Results drivenMature customer & commercial focusOpen-minded, collaborative and team-oriented attitude with the ability to think outside the box for solutions to complex challenges.Able to navigate a large complex matrix organisation while retaining the pace required within a growth businessFluency of English is required, bi-lingual capabilities a plus. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:At Campari Group we believe in building more value together, thus we see diversity in all forms as a source of enrichment. Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.Campari Group believes that fair compensation and equal opportunities are crucial for employees’ well-being, empowerment, and engagement. Our efforts to ensure fair pay have earned us the Fair Pay Certification by Fair Pay Workplace, an independent organization dedicated to dismantling pay disparities based on gender, race and their intersection.Note to applicants:Your application will be assessed based on your abilities, expertise, general knowledge and experience, not because of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information you may possess. You must not disclose to Campari Group any such information. In the event that you are asked a question that cannot be answered without disclosure of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information (including from a current or prior employer or their vendors or customers), you must decline to answer the question.Notice to third party agencies:Please refrain from cold-calling or emailing our executive leadership team or the HR community directly. 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