Apple posted a job you might be interested in July 30, 2014 at 10:22AM

Apple



Supply Chain Demand Analyst

Ireland, IE - Consumer Electronics

Our team is responsible for managing relationships with key reseller partners across EMEIA.



The position entails Collaboration, Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR) activities. The team identifies and analyses demand trends, and works with internal teams (such as Sales, Supply Planning, Finance & Logistics) to manage the replenishment process for our Partners. This person will be the single point of contact for all operational queries



Key Qualifications

• •Independent, self-reliant, tenacious, self-starter


• •Excellent communication skills - the ability to understand your audience and tailor your communication accordingly


• •Razor-sharp analytical skills, should have the ability to evaluate, analyse and present data


• •Solution oriented analytical planning skills


• •Strong work ethic, perseverance and flexibility


• •Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, commercial & organizational skills


• •Meticulous attention to detail & ability to drive flawless execution to tight deadlines


• •Practical & pro-active approach to problem solving and process improvement


• •Ability to manoeuver through complex political situations


• •Ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations

Description



•Build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders

•Forecast consumer demand using statistical and collaborative forecasting techniques

•Prepare Partner demand data, and conduct detailed analysis to minimize forecast error

•Long term quarterly and weekly forecasting of products and responsible for the accuracy of those forecasts and talking and framing any differences

•Take business knowledge and translating this information into your forecast.

•Reporting and presentation of executive reviews

•Forecasting a changing and constrained supply environment to ensure supply is secured.

•Plan and execute New Product Introductions and Forecasts

•Plan and execute seasonal strategies

•Work on own initiative, to gather and disseminate information needed to make decisions and drive the business

•Ensure adherence of the Partner’s Contractual requirements

•Experience in leading cross functional projects

•Understand the Partner’s supply chain model & market dynamics



Education



3rd level degree essential

Post graduate qualification would be an advantage



No salary provided



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