CPS (Commercial Products Supply) is a key part of the Advantaged Supply Chain of the Technical Function of The Coca-Cola Company. CPS manufactures concentrates and beverage bases for sale to bottling partners all over the world. This global organization manages a network of 19 manufacturing plants in 18 different countries along with 2 office locations (Atlanta & Drogheda, Ireland). CPS also manages complex additional materials supply chains (e.g. juice, coffee, tea, milk, etc.) on behalf of bottling partners.
This role is utilizing in-depth data analytics and tools expertise to:

• support data digitization effort in the DP function in conjunction with CPS global programs (IBP, Power BI, Stat forecasting…) and Operating Units supply chain initiatives,
• transform the analysis & reporting of global demand through automation,
• develop new analytical capabilities across DP specialists leveraging new digital functionalities,
• bring a significant advantage to business partners through segmented & targeted analysis, enabling better and faster SC decisions and system alignment, in a context of increasing complexity & volatility.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support key digitization projects for demand planning function, such as the deployment of IBP new functionalities across the globe (define user stories, test & train users), support end-to-end data integration with OUs & bottlers, deploy collaboration & decision making tools such as ORI & control tower, automate processes leveraging Power Apps & Python.
• Lead demand reporting & analytics continuous improvement, through the proactive design of new Power BI/pivot reports and dashboards addressing CRM & planning needs, as well as anticipating evolution of business requirements. This includes accuracy, alerts, segmented planning, SPP, S&OP and customer engagement activities.
• In tight collaboration with IT and with global transformation stakeholders, standardize & automate demand volumes reports, leveraging ORI, Power BI and Power pivot and connecting them with SAP core systems.
• Develop scenario analysis to assess demand potential uplifts/reduction in strategic markets or portfolio categories, in view to provide recommendation of actions to P&L, MM, and to support CRM in aligning OU stakeholders on the best possible scenario and its cost & availability implications.
• Leverage stat forecast trends to enable stronger & faster demand validation & collaboration by demand analysts. Ensure IBP master data accuracy through monthly audits & feedback to DP specialists. Optimize demand planning master data standards in conjunction with Co E & DP stakeholders.
• Work in tight collaboration with demand analysts globally and the Co E to drive analytical processes improvement across all regions. Periodically manage key demand activities as required by the team back up plans. This includes updating & validating system data, running reports & representing the DP function in plants / Partners routine meetings.
• Manage INSWA demand plans and support India plant demand processes and reporting
• As an SME, train new DP associates and support capability development across Demand specialists, especially in the adoption of new tools & methods for analytics.

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
5+ years’ experience in a Data analyst role, Planning/Demand planning or Budget areas.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Finance or Supply Chain Management.
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in Data Intelligence, Business, Finance or Supply Chain Management.
Meta skills

• Lifelong learning aspiration
• Growth mindset
• Self-direction, autonomy
• Comfort with change, uncertainty

Soft skills

• Creativity
• Problem-solving, critical thinking
• Emotional intelligence, maturity & self-awareness
• Collaboration in a multicultural, cross organization environment
• One team spirit – deliver work requiring contribution from multiple stakeholders and geographies
• Adaptability & resiliency

Hard skills

• Analytical reasoning
• Logical thinking
• Work with digital tools – ERP, Business Intelligence & Reporting (Power BI…), Data transformation (eg Power Automate)
• Business analytics – if possible, in a supply chain environment
• Data architecture
• Sales & Operations planning

Cultural Diversity
Operate remotely in several countries. Fluent written and spoken English, and strong communication skills required. Ability to operate in multi-cultural environment & influence upwards.
Travel Requirements
10% global travel
Work Location
CPS Sites globally
Manager:
CPS Supply Chain SS Demand Planning Manager – East

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