Job opportunity

Purpose of the role & key accountabilities

The Demand Forecasting Program Manager will develop and deploy techniques to improve demand forecasting, utilising appropriate technology and driving disciplined processes to reduce bias in the forecasting process, and unlock better service for customers, better assets capacity planning, and optimum inventory planning.


Main tasks

• You will choose or build appropriate forecasting models (e.g., time series, regression, machine learning), and use input from key departments to refine & adjust forecasts with real-world insights, and produce sales estimates for specific time periods (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
• You will use data from a range of sources (CRM systems, ERP data, marketing campaign results, market research, seasonal trends) to prepare relevant historical sales data, market trends, and customer behavior data
• You will improve forecast accuracy by breaking down data by product, region, customer segment, sales channel, etc., to identify patterns and differences in performance across segments
• You will share forecasts with stakeholders (executive team; Finance and Operations leadership) in a clear and actionable format
• You will run multiple scenarios (best case, worst case, expected); and compare forecasts with actuals to assess accuracy, identify variances, and adjust forecasts or strategies, using accuracy metrics such as MAPE and RMSE
• You will maintain forecasting software/tools (eg. Blueyonder, o9, SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, Excel, custom BI tools etc) and ensure data integrity and automation

Your ideal profile

• You hold a degree in Engineering, Business Economics, or Data Science
• You have up to 10 years of experience in Sales Demand Forecasting in large and complex corporations, ideally operating in sectors with unpredictable demand patterns
• You are fluent in English, both written and spoken
• You have strong mathematics skills; good understanding and management of statistical models; and a strong focus on process improvement
• You are familiar with the use of digital planning tools (eg. Kinaxis, SAP, o9, Blueyonder), digital buisness analytics tools such as PowerBI; and AI platforms to drive forecasting and planning practices
• You have the leadership skills to implement new processes; a clear communication style; the ability to work as part of a team; and resilience against frustration

What we can offer you

• Cafeteria, leisure allowance of 8,500 CZK per year
• Christmas bonus
• Pension contribution of 15,600 CZK per year
• 5 weeks holiday
• Good work-life balance and flexible working hours, with the possibility to work from home occasionally
• Personal growth and the opportunity to deepen your professional knowledge
• On-site parking and bike storage
• Subsidised on-site company restaurant, with a choice of up to 6 meals a day