About AkzoNobel
Since its inception, we’ve been supplying innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world-class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens, and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than X countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
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Zona Franca Barcelona
Customer Demand Manager South Europe
About the role
The purpose of this role is to lead Demand Planning activities throughout the defined region to ensure a 2-3 year demand forecast. The Demand Manager acts as the key interface between Commercial teams and Supply Chain.
* Translate sales and marketing plans into a sales demand plan in the forecasting system.
* Build monthly forecasts using statistical tools and market information, focusing on the 4–24 months period.
* Manage master data required for statistical forecasting (e.g., corrected history).
* Select the most appropriate forecasting model per product and customer group.
* Ensure all sales area managers and account managers update the forecast promptly.
* Refine forecasts based on latest information daily.
* Identify gaps between target and unconstrained demand plan.
* Support the IBP process in collaboration with the BU IBP Lead.
* Monitor forecast accuracy and bias to meet targets.
* Ensure forecasts are uploaded correctly for MRP execution.
* Track KPIs such as Forecast Accuracy, Bias, Vulnerabilities, and Opportunities.
* Lead a team of demand planners servicing the commercial units, including 2 in Spain and 1 in Italy.
* Participate actively in the weekly S&OP process with Supply Planning.
About You
* Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or Science.
* Minimum 10-12 years of experience in Demand Planning / Demand Management.
* Analytical and able to work independently.
* Business acumen; understands and acts upon internal and external customer requirements.
* Stakeholder management skills across various functions and levels.
* Strong coordination skills to prioritize and meet customer needs.
* Excellent communication skills in internal and external stakeholder languages.
* High proficiency in Spanish and English.
* System skills: SAP, OMP, Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint.
What We Offer
* Cafeteria benefits (subsidized).
* Hybrid work model.
* Opportunity to join a growing multinational company.
* Stable project environment.
* Flexible remuneration options.
* Free parking.
* Professional and personal development in a dynamic environment.
* Access to training platforms.
* Free use of paddle tennis and soccer courts on-site.
At AkzoNobel, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating a tolerant environment. Our talent acquisition process is designed to support this mission, including training on unconscious bias to ensure fair hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.
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