Demand Planning and S&OP Manager

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Demand Planning and S&OP Manager

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

• The demand planner and S&OP Manager is responsible for the sales forecast and operation capacities on assigned group manufacturif sites. He/She must ensure alignment of functions and Top Management to delivery of mid to long-term business targets while facilitating the resolution of the short term issues in coordination with the the other functions.

JOB SCOPE/DIMENSIONS

Demand : (Workload : 25%)

• Develop, compile, analyse the Forecast deviations

• Collect, analyse and challenge the Forecasts on a specific scope : manual input and information from Sales Department, statistical parameters to update and adjust.

• Identify, challenge and flag changes in customer patterns

• Continuous improvement on Tool/Process

• Demonstrate curiosity and a good understanding of our customers’ business 

S&OP : (Workload : 75%)

• Execute a monthly S&OP process for the assigned group of manufacturing sites in coordination with Factories, Sales, Demand Planning, Controlling and Supply Chain, to ensure Service Quality

• Ensure data generated by functional stakeholders is suitable for the S&OP process and initiates improvement actions if necessary (e.g. : demand forecasts accuracy)

• Align production capacity and demand. Prepares all data, metrics and scenarios to be discussed during S&OP meetings

• Ensure identification, monitoring and reporting of assumptions, risks and opportunities related to the mid to long-term business targets. Escalate as appropriate

• Manage & optimise inventory at sites level.

• Lead allocation plan when required in coordination with the Products managers & Sales teams

• Demonstrate interest and understanding of production processes and manufacturing workflows

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deep analysis of Monthly Forecast

• Check of Forecast vs Order Book (link with Supply Chain about Backlogs or with Sales for missing Orders vs Forecast).

• Deep dive into the exceptions and warnings

• Statistical calculation to set up for new references, or change algorithm

• Follow up Forecast Accuracy and deviation analysis at different levels, list causes and impact

• Create close relationship with Sales Managers and Master Data Team 

• Establish and execute an S&OP process (or implement it) for assigned scope

• Show the future load of the plants by workshop/family on a monthly basis (need to transform the demand into production requirements) 

• Analyse & propose solutions for supply and demand issues. Prepares all data, metrics and scenarios to be discussed during monthly S&OP meetings.

• Ensures data generated by functional stakeholders is suitable for S&OP process. Initiates improvement actions if necessary.

• Ensures identification, monitoring and reporting of assumptions, risks and opportunities related to the medium to long-term business targets. Escalate as appropriate.

• Writes S&OP meeting minutes, communicates key conclusions to stakeholders and performs follow-up of actions

• Continuously review the S&OP process to ensure it suits business needs and is up to date with best practices

• Key interfaces: strong partnership to be built with (i) Segments leadership, (ii) product management,  (iii) Supply Chain, (iii) Operations; (iv) Purchasing; (v) Finance

• up to 30% business travel is required 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience requirements

Master Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related field

Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in S&OP and Demand Planning Management within an industrial/manufacturing environment

• Proven track record of working and collaborating in transversal, matrixed, and multicultural international organizations.  

• Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional S&OP cycles involving Sales, Operations, Finance, and Plant Leadership

• 1st experience on any  Forecasting Tool : set up, algorithms, data disaggregation…

Knowledge, skills,

• Strong knowledge of S&OP and Demand Planning : In-depth knowledge of statistical forecasting methodologies, S&OP process implementation, and demand-supply alignment
• Project management skills
• Strong analytical skills (ability to deep dive daily into statistics by Product/Customer)
• Others: strategic thinking, interpersonal skills (multicultural), ability to propose solutions
• Advocate for data integrity
• Agile & adaptable in an environment where data is not always easily accessible
• Business Intelligence & Systems: Advanced proficiency in BI tools, Google Workspace, SAP HANA, SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud), and specialized statistical demand planning software
• Good communication and ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels 
• Very good facilitator to solve issues with various stakeholders
• Willing to be hands-on for the coordination of the resolution of short-term issues

Languages: Fluent in English (written & spoken); additional languages are a plus.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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