Demand Analyst

Job DescriptionDemand AnalystJoin us at Mars in this key impactful role. Mars New Zealand home to market leading brands such as MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®Hybrid working environment - core days in our Ellerslie office are Tuesday and Thursday as a minimumAre you passionate about leveraging technology to drive business growth? We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Demand Analyst to support our Sales teams. This role is pivotal in ensuring our sales teams have the best tools and insights to make informed decisions and support our growth vision.What would be your key responsibilities? Provide technical and functional support for:Promax (Promotions and Terms)Price Card MaintenanceBI Reporting SupportPeriodic(monthly) Sales ReportingQuarterly Terms ReviewLead continuous improvement activities for systems and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Deliver functional and technical support to the Sales & Demand Planning teams.Collaborate with cross-functional teams across sales, demand planning, IT (internal/external), activity management, and other segments.Troubleshoot system, interface, and master data issues, providing solutions directly or via support tickets.Translate technical system knowledge into business-friendly language for stakeholders.Participate in digital projects, offering both operational and project-based support.What are we looking for? You are a systems-savvy professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys solving complex problems. You have a knack for translating technical jargon into actionable business insights and are committed to continuous improvement.Qualifications & ExperienceExperience working in sales and or finance teams in an FMCG or retail business is essential.Tertiary qualification in Systems, IT, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred).Hands-on experience with master data maintenance, systems support, and BI tools such as Power BI, Qlikview, or Tableau.Experience in Promax will be highly regardedStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and support non-technical users.Ability to concentrate on detailed and repetitive tasks.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.What can you expect from Mars?Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance.Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs.Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through on our sustainable generation plan.A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars.Work for a well-established distributor of pet food, confectionery and food products in our multi-sales business.