Demand Planning Analyst

**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.**

**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey**

**BAT MEXICO IS LOOKING FOR A DEMAND PLANNING ANALYST**

**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Entry Level

**FUNCTION**: Finance

**LOCATION**:Monterrey Mexico

**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**

Responsible for analyzing data, developing accurate demand forecasts, and providing valuable insights to support decision-making processes.

Their role is critical in ensuring the company meets market demand effectively.

**Geographic Scope**:LOCAL & LANCAR**

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Data Collection: Gather historical sales data, customer orders, and other relevant information from various sources to create a comprehensive database for demand forecasting analysis.
- Data Analysis: Utilize statistical methods, data analysis tools, and software to analyse historical data, identify patterns, trends, and anomalies, and extract meaningful insights to inform forecasting models.
- Forecasting Models: Develop and implement demand forecasting models using statistical techniques, time series analysis, and predictive analytics. Use software tools like advanced Excel or Python.
- Accuracy Monitoring: Regularly monitor the accuracy of forecasting models by comparing predicted values with actual sales data. Identify discrepancies and adjust the models as necessary to improve accuracy.
- Ad Hoc Analysis: Conduct ad hoc analysis as required by the management or other departments. Provide quick and accurate analyses to address specific business questions or concerns.
- Report Generation: Generate regular and ad hoc reports summarizing forecasting results, accuracy levels, and insights derived from the analysis. Distribute reports to relevant stakeholders within the organization.

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Experience analysing large databases
- Capable to understand and analyse impacts of business decisions on financial results
- Excellent MS excel skill is a must
- Have strong analytical and numerical skills
- Very good communication skills, organizational skills, ability to prioritize and able to work with tight deadlines
- Multi-tasks; good in data mining and consolidating large amount of data
- Proactive and willing to continuous development
- 1-2 years’ experience in related roles
- Bachelor’s degree in: Economy, International Finance, Accounting or similar.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office
- Fluent English: written and speaking. (Advanced)

**BENEFICIAL**
- **Intercultural competencies from international experience or personal background.**:

- ** Excel, SAP, BI reporting**

**WE ARE BAT**

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries.
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference