Demand Planner - Dubai

PEARSON EĞİTİM ÇÖZÜMLERİ TİCARET LTD ŞTİ

Description 

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small. 

Why we need you 

 We believe education is a vital force that can empower people, help them to reach their potential and contribute to more connected communities, all around the world. Our strength comes from our outstanding people; our strong relationships in the education world; our expertise in using technology to help people learn; our global footprint and local reach; and our position as a profitable, global company with a unifying sense of purpose 

About the job 

Job Purpose 

 A new Planning and S&OP centre for Core & Growth (C&G) markets has been set up. As part of the new function, the Demand Planner plays an important role in the generation of timely demand forecasts and presenting them for review, validation and refinement for the assigned market. The Demand Planner in the key markets works with assigned cross functional teams such as Editorial, Marketing and Sales to incorporate current and relevant market intelligence into the demand plan (in cooperation with the Forecast Analysts). This role contributes to the Demand Review process to arrive at the Consensus Demand Plan. The Demand Planner reports to the Demand Planning Manager in the same market, and works in strong collaboration with the Forecasting Analysts at the C&G Planning and S&OP Centre. 

Key Performance Areas 

1. Generation of accurate and timely demand forecasts using attribute-based forecasting methods 
2. Enrich baseline forecast through challenge and validation of market intelligence received from Lines of Business 
3. Provide input to the Demand Planning Manager for the S&OP process in preparation to Demand Review Meeting as well as Pre-S&OP meeting. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree (preferably in Business Management, Statistics, Economics, Engineering) 

• Fluent in speaking and writing of English Language

 • Min 3 years of experience in related field

 • Proficiency in MS Office applications 

• Problem solving (results/solutions oriented)

 • No military obligation for male candidates

 • Highly motivated and able to work proactively in ever-changing environment 

• Familiarity with the print publishing business.

 • Proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts

 • Ability to lead multi-functional activities, analyse large volumes of information, and resolve complex issues in rapidly changing environment. 

• Strong analytical, organisational, decision making and presentation skills. 

Job Location : United Arab Emirates, Dubai