Senior Demand Planner

Job ID 10099117 Location Mumbai, India Business Disney Experiences Date posted Dec. 03, 2024

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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 Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with UTV Software Communications Private Ltd, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

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