What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Demand Planning Manager position at Marlee?
About the company Fast-track your career with the Marlee Talent Pool. We're not just matching you with your ideal roles but unlocking your long-term career potential. Marlee goes above and beyond by identifying key strengths for your CV, helping you discover a career direction you might not have considered where you can truly thrive, and guiding you to develop those essential soft human skills that close gaps in your resume. Marlee's innovative approach then places you in teams where you'll flourish. Using cutting-edge motivational science, we connect you with roles in teams and within organizations that make your heart sing and help our partners build their dream teams. About the role The Global Demand Planning Manager will guide a team in harmonizing demand planning and integrated planning for EGMs, signage, and systems. This position empowers independent decision-making to ensure accurate production forecasting, manage associated returns, and identify forecast variances. Beyond the numbers, you'll be the bridge between data insights and practical solutions, communicating strategic decisions to leaders and stakeholders while nurturing relationships across global teams. What you'll bring to life : Lead and inspire a team of demand planners and integrated planners, fostering collaboration and excellence in production planning Orchestrate monthly S&OP cycle meetings with thoughtful focus on lifecycle changes and evolving business strategies Build and nurture knowledge-sharing networks across different organizational domains Maintain deep understanding of supplier ecosystems, industry dynamics, and manufacturing processes Guide demand and supply strategies with precision, creating timely plans while solving complex challenges Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes Create an environment where top talent thrives through mentorship and development Masterfully manage project timelines and quality expectations Connect with global leaders to present solutions and progress updates Lead S&OP outcome presentations to global supply chain leadership with confidence and clarity Required Experience and Skills : 10 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, purchasing, or related functions 3 years of experience leading and mentoring teams Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Analytics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) Proven ability to navigate changing priorities and complex business landscapes Experience collaborating across global time zones (US, Australia, and India) Strong leadership skills in team direction and expectation management Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency Sharp analytical capabilities for translating data into actionable insights Excellence in problem-solving, project management, and organization Outstanding communication skills across all organizational levels Demonstrated ability to influence and align peer groups toward common goals Preferred Qualifications : Supply chain / operations certification (APICS, CPIM, or lean) Experience with formal Sales & Operations Planning cycles Proficiency with demand and supply planning technology tools SQL and relational database experience Note : This role may require registration with relevant gaming control boards and regulatory bodies. Powered by JazzHR
