At Purina we are committed to create richer lives for pets and the people who love them, providing high quality nutrition for cats and dogs and doing more of what matters for pets, people and planet.

Position Snapshot:

• Nestlé Purina, Assago Headquarter (MI) 
• Temporary contract - 12 months | Full-time
• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities
• Fluent in Italian and English.

 
Position Summary:
In this role you will work in our Planning department in Purina Petcare category, ensuring food supplies and demand forecasting.

Join us at Purina and you’ll lead the digital revolution in pet care with us. 
#ThePowerOfPurina #DigitalCareers
 

A Day in the Life of a Demand and Supply Planner: 
•    Develop, maintain and improve a Demand Plan at SKU level and on weekly basis for a portfolio of products, which represents the most realistic estimate of customer demand
•    Ensure the alignment of this Demand Plan with internal and external partners through the Monthly Business Planning and Collaborative Planning processes
•    Identify and manage exceptions, and monitor performance in order to continually improve the quality and reliability of the Demand Plan and the Company’s ability to sense and respond to changing circumstances
•    Review historical sales trends and evaluate statistical forecast results
•    Consistently achieve sustainable Demand Plan Accuracy and variability BIAS balance
•    Responsible for IMSP receiver activities and I&R projects management for the assigned products
•    Ensure the timely availability and freshness of products to meet the desired Customer Service Level
•    Minimize Working Capital.

 
What will make you successful?
•    Knowledge of forecasting processes and planning tools, Excel, SAP, SAS
•    Initiative and Proactivity
•    Strong communication skills
•    Mental agility, insight, analysis and synthesis.

What does it mean working at Purina?
At Purina, we’ve worked hard to create a high-performing and caring environment where everyone belongs, and where everyone can push themselves. 
When you join our mission to create richer lives for pets, the people who love them and the planet we share, you’ll find lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and expertise, both at Purina and across the wider Nestlé community.
You’ll become part of a passionate and successful international team who, as industry pioneers and leaders in their field, are continually striving for better. Who feel safe and supported to challenge, to experiment, to drive change and to be their true selves at work.
We’re committed to ensuring the whole team can experience the power of Purina, pushing their limits and realising their full potential.
That’s the Power of Purina.
Are you ready to discover what’s possible?