Senior Demand Planner

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • Business Development

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Job Description

The Senior Demand Planner at Disney Star is responsible for utilizing Oracle Retail Demand Forecasting (RDF) to manage a 52-week rolling forecast. This role requires expertise in analyzing historical and predictable data to inform provisioning and capacity allocation, leveraging complex modeling and statistical methods. Responsibilities include monitoring sales, developing forecasts based on trends and promotions, analyzing inventory levels, collaborating with planning analysts to achieve inventory goals and manage backorders, and partnering with peers to improve advance planning. The role also involves new business development, including lead generation, identifying potential partners, negotiating deals, and coordinating with various stakeholders across multiple locations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with experience with forecasting software (Oracle RDF or equivalent).
Must have:
  • Oracle RDF or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years demand forecasting experience
  • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Statistical modeling and analysis expertise
Good to have:
  • Experience with Oracle RMS, Business Objects
  • Tableau or equivalent analytical software
  • SQL knowledge
  • New business development experience

Job Summary:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Utilize Oracle Retail Demand Forecasting (RDF) tool to manage rolling 52 weeks' forecast
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in analysing historical and predictable data in order to obtain quantitative, rational based decisions for provisioning and capacity allocation. Utilizes complex modelling and measurement techniques, mathematics, statistical methods and other principles of scientific forecasting
  • Monitor sales at various depths of granularity (by product and/or by location)
  • Develop forecasts based on trends, promotions and pricing
  • Partner with Planning Analyst on demand forecasts to achieve targeted inventory goals
  • Analyse store and DC inventory levels and sales rates, recognizing company sales trends. Develop and manage a course of action that will allow for a maximization of identifiable opportunities including mix of product, allocation strategies, or performance of fast moving vs. slow moving inventory
  • Collaborate with peers to improve advance planning and reduce end of life obsolescence
  • Partner with Planning Analyst to prevent and manage inventory backorders, manage open orders by timing and quantity as needed to respond to changing demand patterns
  • Analyse results of similar promotions or similar products in order to estimate and plan for future promotional events
  • New business development: Build and manage lead generation process and pipeline, identify high potential new-to-Disney partners and pitching the Disney licenses to these potential partners
  • Negotiate commercial terms and close deals before handing over to the Account Management team
  • Stakeholders - Managers of Category Planning, Category Planners, Business Insight team and Revenue Management
  • Coordinate work efforts with other Demand Planners in Mumbai, California and Florida and with Category Planners in Florida and able to be flexible with work timings/days for a short period of time if needed

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Math, Statistics, supply chain required or equivalent industry experience
  • 4+ years of demonstrated experience in demand forecasting, planning and analysis
  • Knowledge of statistical mathematics
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, collaborative and influencing skills
  • Experience in working with a forecasting software system Oracle Retail Demand Forecasting Tool or equivalent
  • Effective use of other business systems such as Oracle RMS, Business Objects etc.
  • Work experience in Tableau or equivalent analytical software would be an added advantage
  • Understanding and hands on experience of SQL a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communications with virtual teams a must

COMPETENCIES

  • Thinks Strategically
  • Develops clear and consistent strategies to achieve the stated business goals
  • Leverages synergy, opportunities across functions and businesses
  • Makes sound business decisions that balance competing and/or multiple priorities
  • Identifies key business opportunities and challenges

  • Builds Relationships
  • Engages colleagues across the organization to optimize performance
  • Manages the needs of diverse stakeholders
  • Facilitates win-win situations

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Obtains full engagement through inspiring communications
  • Provides appropriate rationale and context to drive commitment
  • Tailors’ messages appropriately to the audience
  • Distils complex plans into focused presentations that are clearly and succinctly delivered

  • Drives Results
  • Translates strategy into specific priorities, objectives, and action plans
  • Manages projects, processes and resources to produce desired outcomes
  • Achieves high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Analyzes problems effectively and takes action to resolve

  • Inspires Creativity and Innovation
  • Proactively looks for new creative ideas and marketing opportunities
  • Facilitates the exchange of ideas and creation of new ones
  • Transfers ideas and successes across boundaries

  • Champions Change
  • Supports new initiatives
  • Demonstrates flexibility in response to changes (both internal and competitively)

  • Builds Teams
  • Provides appropriate direction, resources and environment needed for success
  • Proactively recruits, retains and develops a diverse range of talented people

  • Recognises and rewards the achievements of others Strengthens others through mentoring and feedback
  • Supports productivity and morale of the team

  • Exhibits Professional Excellence
  • Pursues excellence with integrity, passion and courage
  • Strives for self-improvement
  • Earns the trust and respect of colleagues, partners and customers

ABOUT US:

Disney Star is a leading media & entertainment company in India that reaches over 700 million viewers a month in nine different languages. Our entertainment portfolio which cuts across general entertainment, movies, sports, infotainment, kids, and lifestyle content generates over 20,000 hours of original content every year.  Disney+ Hotstar, India’s leading streaming platform, enables us to reach and entertain audiences anywhere, anytime. Disney+ Hotstar has changed the way Indians consume their entertainment - from their favourite TV shows and movies to sporting extravaganzas.  Join us, and let's continue to inspire a billion imaginations.

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About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!

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