Demand Planning Analyst
About Vantiva
Pushing the Edge
Vantiva (Euronext Paris: VANTI) is a global technology leader in connectivity technologies. For over 130 years, we have delivered solutions that connect what matters most. Today, we continue to redefine connectivity with industry-leading broadband, video, and IoT-driven smart systems that elevate how people live, work, and connect globally.
Vantiva combines a customer-focused approach with decades of software development, electronics hardware design, and flexible supply chain expertise to deliver high-quality solutions at scale. This proficiency has positioned us as a trusted provider to leading network service providers, enterprise customers, and consumers around the world.
Our strong commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices has earned us multiple Gold and Platinum Medals from EcoVadis for environmental and social performance. These awards place us among the top 2% of organizations in our category evaluated globally.
With our headquarters in Paris and major offices in Australia, Brazil, China, India, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States, we serve a diverse global customer base.
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Job Description
As part of the Vantiva Connected Home Global Supply Chain Operations department, we are looking for a Demand Planning Analyst who enjoys working in a challenging, ever-changing environment and who enjoys rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. A self-motivated individual who is proficient in collaborating with Business Operations and other stakeholders to deliver quality, high-accuracy data and reporting, drive tasks to completion on time, and support strategic priorities with a focus on team success.
Key Responsibilities
Support the S&OP process with Business Operations to establish consensus forecasts (including monthly turnover and what-if analysis)
Analyze variations of multiple data such as sales, consensus, constrained, and management forecasts, sales order coverage. Propose the best scenario to drive the supply chain accordingly on weekly basis following the S&OP deadlines.
Proposes weekly requirements (GOP) to meet consensus forecasts in budgets.
Demand management (shipping request) as a key input for the back office to be used with our manufacturing partners such as ODM, OEM, etc.
Master Data Management, Improved Automation of Supply Chain Tools
Support for product lifecycle management from NPI to end-of-life, risk reduction.
Monitor and control inventory levels
Support buffer stock programs (finished goods, ...)
Generate key business outcomes around customer intimacy (internal and external), understanding market trends, and products.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (like NPI/SFT/Bus.Ops/CSR/Logistics/Finance) to ensure accurate exchange of business data (like quantity/revenue at planning horizon) during the products lifecycle.
Skills
Master’s or bachelor’s degree in operations and supply chain management, Business Planning or +5 years of professional experience as a Demand Planning Analyst
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and develop insights into complex business data (from collection, analysis to outcome)
Attention to detail and a keen sense of urgency and deadlines
A good command of Microsoft Office tools is required (PowerBI, PowerAutomate, Excel, AI etc.)
Kinaxis Rapid Response knowledge is required
SAP skills are not mandatory but are preferable
Apics CPIM or CSCP certifications are an advantage as well as an understanding of Lean principles
Comfortable in a remote and international teamwork environment; Self-motivated and results-oriented
Strong organizational skills, strong communication and presentation skills, and ability to influence internal direction
Language(s): English required; French and Spanish are an advantage
Location
Portugal - Lisbon
Alternate Location(s): #N/A
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Vantiva’s success greatly relies on our people’s energy, motivation, and talent.
We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that embraces and celebrates diversity as we believe our differences drive our creativity, and innovation.
We are proactive in supporting equality and maintaining an inclusive work environment, developing, and enhancing career opportunities for all.
Vantiva is committed to ensuring that all its employees receive a fair wage that is sufficient to live with dignity.
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