Demand Planning Specialist

About the role

The Demand Planning Specialist will develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts that support Kraft Heinz’s business strategy in the CARICAM region. Working closely with commercial, operations, logistics and finance teams, you will ensure that growth assumptions are reflected in the forecast and that inventory and service levels are optimized.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the short‑term ITP planning routine, coordinating daily/weekly activities and aligning with the IBP framework.
• Govern the mid‑ and long‑term IBP process, delivering a single‑number forecast that aligns with the financial plan.
• Own the demand forecast cycle, producing 13‑week and 24‑month forecasts using statistical analysis and growth building blocks.
• Partner with commercial teams and customers to build collaborative forecasts based on sell‑in, sell‑out and inventory data.
• Define and track KPIs, analyse forecast bias, and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify supply‑chain risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage waste and loss related to forecast variance.
• Share the regional demand forecast monthly with all finished‑goods sources.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations or a related field.
• Proven experience in demand planning, supply‑chain forecasting or similar roles.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Required skills

• Statistical analysis for demand forecasting.
• Forecasting techniques and tools.
• Experience with the KHC Management System (Log.Os) or similar planning platforms.
• KPI definition and performance monitoring.