Demand Planning Manager MENAP

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a: Demand Planning Manager MENAP **What we do** At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. **Who We Are** Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. **Role reports to:** Head of Supply Chain MENA **Location:** Europe/Middle East/Africa, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Dubai **Work Location:** Hybrid **What you will do** Kenvue is currently recruiting for: **Demand Planning Manager****MENAP** This position reports into Head of Supply Chain MENAP and is based at Dubai. **What we do** At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. **Who****we are** Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here. **Role reports to:** Head of Supply Chain MENAP **Location:** Dubai **What you****will do** The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for leading the demand planning processes to ensure cost-effective stock availability and accurate forecasting. You will manage regional planning staff, collaborate cross-functionally to develop solutions, and drive process improvements to enhance customer service and reduce forecast errors: Key Responsibilities * Spearhead the development and oversight of demand forecasting and planning models that integrate market trends, advanced analytics, and AI-driven tools to optimize inventory levels and predict distributor demand patterns. * Partner with sales, marketing, production, and supply chain stakeholders to design, implement, and synchronize demand planning strategies that enhance agility, responsiveness, and data-informed decision-making. * Develop, implement, and maintain planning systems and processes that comply with corporate policies and industry best practices, ensuring accuracy and continuous improvement in forecasting and planning operations. * Manage and mentor MENAP demand planning staff, fostering a high-performance team environment focused on accuracy, innovation, and process improvements to reduce forecast error and enhance customer service levels. * Build and maintain strong relationships with regional supply planning and internal/external stakeholders to support seamless planning operations and communicate the business impact of planning trade-offs clearly to support informed decision-making. * Drive the collaborative planning process with key distributors, capturing in-market intelligence to enhance the quality of demand forecast * Organize and deliver timely forecasting communications and present demand insights and scenario analyses to executive leadership, driving sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes to contribute market intelligence and risk analysis that support business growth. * Lead demand planning for new product introductions, ensuring launch forecasts and PIPO plans are accurately reflected in the regional S&OP cycle. **What we are looking for** Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or related disciplines. * More than 8-10 years of progressive experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or related roles. * Proven leadership experience managing teams in a complex, fast-paced environment. * Strong expertise in demand forecasting methodologies and statistical forecasting tools. * Demonstrated ability to develop and implement compliant planning processes and systems. * Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills. * Strong analytical and probl