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This posting is managed by: | Cornerstone Recruitment Japan K.K. |
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Company Name | Company is not publicly visible |
Job Type |
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Location |
Asia
Japan
Tokyo
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Job Description |
1. Demand Planning & Forecasting • Develop and maintain robust demand forecasts for product categories by utilizing statistical baseline analysis, cycle plans, and market trends • Lead weekly drumbeat meetings with cross-functional teams (Category, Supply Chain, NPI, and Commercial) to address relevant changes, ensure agile forecasting, and support the implementation of cycle activity • Support the development and evaluation of business cases by providing sound volume assumptions • Collaborate with the Supply Chain team and Planning Hub to ensure optimal inventory levels and mitigate stockout risks 2. Integrated Business Performance Management (IBPM) • Drive the monthly market share and volume performance review for assigned product categories, presenting forecasting scenarios and recommendations during the Demand Review Meeting (DRM) • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other end markets (Korea,Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau) to support line managers in preparing materials for Japan S&OP and Area S&OP meeting • Prepare meeting minutes for DRM and S&OP meetings to ensure proper governance and documentation of business decisions 3. Competition & Industry Analysis • Monitor and analyse industry movements, cross-category switching, and macro trends to support the line manager in formulating industry forecasts • Prepare market share and volume forecasts for key competitors to support competitor P&L projections 4. Reporting • Ensure timely and accurate volume uploads to relevant systems to maintain supply connectivity and support financial projections • Provide monthly reporting on market share, industry, and key competitors, in line with regional and global guidelines 5. Team Leadership • Coach and develop direct reports, assist in building a high-performing team, and support professional growth • Play an active role in shaping BAT’s culture by demonstrating the right behaviours in line with BAT’s values 6. Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the Planning team in alignment meetings to address variances and ensure consensus on volume forecasts 7. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance demand planning processes and implement best practices |
Company Info | Global well known tobacco brand |
Job Requirements |
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS • 5+ years Demand Planning / Supply Chain / Commercial Finance experience (FMCG industry experience an advantage) • Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of supply chain processes, S&OP, and business planning • Experience with planning and reporting systems such SAP BPC, SAP APO and Kinaxis • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel & PowerPoint • Fluency in both English and Japanese |
English Level | Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860) |
Japanese Level | Fluent(JLPT Level 1 or N1) |
Salary | Depends on experience |