Regional Supply/Demand Planner

Analytical - Liaise with Sales, Sales Finance and Worldwide planning to balance supply &/ demand for the region. - Forecast end consumer demand for all channels. Evaluate associated risks and plan for contingency - Develop weekly and quarterly supply and demand plans to meet Apple’s financial objectives - Present forecast performance while highlighting changes in business trends in order to drive strategy conversations - Analyse product sales on a weekly basis to recognize opportunities and drive cross-functional partners on both supply and demand side to maximise end consumer sales - Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement plans Driving Strategic Objectives - Drive analysis to set launch quantities of new product introductions and to ensure smooth product transitions - Identify improvement opportunities in the product planning process, marshal resources, and drive projects to completion - Track & improve key metrics through process development - Complete root cause analyses and develop mitigation plans for any unexpected changes - Present regular product updates and recommended actions to Operations leadership Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated experience in supply chain/planning/forecasting/analytical role Strong data analysis and numeric skills Practical and enthusiastic approach to problem solving and process improvement Solution oriented analytical planning skills Strong work ethic, perseverance and flexibility Organised and able to react to the challenges of a fast-paced environment Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, both written and verbal Ability to build effective relationships in a cross functional team environment The ability to deliver quality work to tight deadlines Proficiency in at least one MRP system and strong Excel Skills A self-starting, innovative individual who also can work as part of a team Preferred Qualifications Masters/Bachelors degree ideally, however if you have relevant experience, you are encouraged to apply! Prior experience in fields that demand multiplex quantitative analysis such as finance or consulting is desired. Prior experience in product planning, production control, inventory management, or production/manufacturing operations is a plus Ability to move beyond traditional ways of doing things and push past the status quo Ability to embrace, learn and adopt new technology and encourage others to do the same