GlaxoSmithKline Vacancy in Lagos for a Demand Forecasting Analyst

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), one of the world's leading research based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. GSK employs over 97,000 employees in over 100 countries worldwide.


GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Nigeria Plc is one of Africa's largest consumer healthcare companies, producing leading brands such as Lucozade, Ribena and Panadol.

GSK is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Demand Forecasting Analyst
Location: Lagos
Responsibilities

• Responsible for the calculation and reporting of demand forecasting KPIs to drive improvements in accuracy, bias, working capital and customer service
• Prepares forecast inputs into the key Core Commercial Cycle (CCC) meetings including Demand Review, feeding through to Supply Review and regional S&OP meetings
• Discuss with the Commercial team the relevant sales and marketing information on promotions, competitor activity and other market conditions that will result in an increase or decrease of the projected sales.
• Provides analytical support to the Supply Chain Manager, Regional Demand Forecasting Director/Manager, and cross-functional teams as required

• A good first Degree with at least 3 years experience working in a supply chain forecasting role

• A good first degree with at least 3 years experience working in a supply chain forecasting role