Hiring: Demand Planning o9 Management - Supply Planning IT - Hybrid, 12 months initial contract.

Global Enterprise Partners is currently looking for a Demand Planning o9 Management for an initial 12 month contract for an implementation with a great FMCG partner. The consultant should be located in Mexico and be cleared to work as contractor without needing visa sponsorship.

The roles, responsibilities and skills required of the Demand Planning o9 Management:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely delivery of documented business requirements and test scenarios.
• Conduct Risk Impact Analysis and evaluate project dependencies from other initiatives.
• Address business issues that could hinder the project team's progress.
• Perform thorough reviews of all project deliverables.
• Lead and engage in testing and cut-over activities.
• Anticipate and mitigate barriers to tool adoption.
• Collaborate with Business Champions and Key User Community for successful deployment.
• Develop strategies to sustain new planning capabilities post-program completion and transition to Business As Usual (BAU).
• Serve as a key player in the implementation of new planning tools.
• Partner with other functions to design enterprise planning processes.
• Participate in workshops and design sessions.
• Oversee the successful delivery and testing of new tools.

Responsibilities:

• Implementation: Drive implementation according to the Global Template, highlighting exceptions. Develop a Process Efficiency Index to measure local systems and processes' compliance with the Global Template.
• Key Design Decisions (KDDs) and Process Documentation: Create functional design documents for review and approval. Lead the preparation of KDDs, summarising options and pros & cons, and align with stakeholders. Document finance processes in the designated tool.
• Training: Ensure the completion of training documentation and execution of training for all global users. Secure training materials for future organisational use with clear ownership.
• Testing: Ensure all test cases are available and complete. Secure testing resources and lead to ensure timely and accurate delivery of test case execution. Coordinate and/or lead training.
• Go-Live Preparation: Ensure any defects are resolved, tested, and closed. Promote process understanding; ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly defined.
• Overall: Collaborate to ensure the plan is delivered within agreed timelines and budget.

Key Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of strong experience in Demand Planning (IBP/Demand Planning).
• Knowledge of o9/SAP, especially Master-data governance (Product, Entity, Customer).
• Familiarity with systems like APO, IBP360, and o9.
• Prior experience in implementing o9 solutions is advantageous.
• Innovative and forward-thinking to drive standardisation and efficiency; adept at problem-solving.
• Proven problem-solving skills with experience in managing large-scale projects.
• Ability to work independently as well as in project teams, taking ownership and responsibility.
• Proactive and excellent communicator capable of engaging at all organisational levels and across regions.
• Ability to think creatively and introduce new capabilities.
• Agile mindset with a focus on growth.
• Ability to drive change and adopt new/disruptive ways of working.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Credibility within the broader Mondelez organisation to drive cross-functional change and system adoption.
• Robust communication skills to articulate the vision of technology, the region, and the project to various functions.

Contract details:

• Start date: 1st October 2024
• Length of contract: 12 months initial Contract
• Type of contract: Freelancer
• Rate: Please indicate your hourly rate expectations.
• Interviews: Please let us know your availability.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. If this role doesn't fit your preference or experience, please feel free to share within your network.