[Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.]

WHAT DO A CATEGORY PLANNER DO? Owner of production & network supply plans for their categories, the Category Master Planner partners with Regional Supply teams, markets & integral brand teams to translate distribution requirements into realistic production plans, optimising for service, cost & cash.

As the key interface for the supply centre to markets/regions, the Category Master Planner ensures robust & aligned plans are in place.

Collaborating closely with a wide range of stakeholders across local, regional & global functions, this role requires an individual adept at building relationships, strong communication skills & comfortable in providing meaningful, constructive challenge.

Technical skills are also key to success, proficient in using planning systems & analysis of big data. The role will give the successful candidate wide ranging supply chain exposure & will place them in an ideal position to take advantage of the career opportunities available in Bacardi.

A high degree of flexibility is required, to ensure timely responses to changing situations, providing data driven insights & ensuring effective decision making.

Production & Supply Planning – Mid Term (S&OE;) & Long Term (S&OP;)

Translate distribution requirements to achievable production plans

Assess capacity constraints across sites

Develop production sequence and monitor feasibility

Make informed Data-Driven Decisions to optimise service, cost & cash

Partner with regional supply teams to align interregional flows with demand and capacity

Model interregional flows and optimise network

Acquire medium and long-term demand forecasts for all FG inventory consuming events and control the translation of those forecasts into a network supply plan by collaborating with cross-functional partners

Manage allocations with regional supply teams, optimising total network & handling known constraints in line with business strategy

Ensure transparency & clarity of volumes with associated assumptions, ensuring alignment of key stakeholders within categories

Lead & influence internal stakeholders to deliver service & cost performance that will support successful delivery of these strategies

Provide analysis & facilitate actions, to optimise capacity, labour, inventory (incl. obsolete & slow-moving) & supplier requirements

Support & enable the Long-Term Demand Planning process, for categories under your responsibility

Digital & Analytical Tools for Planning Optimization





Work with markets & regions to ensure robust planning master data, in relation to replenishment signals

Key aim to optimise inventory across the global Bacardi network

Guardian of SAP set-up, ensuring the perfect Heuristic Signal with all regional supply teams

Leverage digital & analytical tools to refine planning models, improve Replenishment accuracy & drive efficient decision‑making

Product Lifecycle Management & Portfolio Optimisation

Production planning regarding Product Lifecycle Management & SKU optimisation with NPD & marketing teams

Key planning representative for finished goods NPD projects, within assigned category/categories

Ensuring timely planning & decision making, to achieve successful product launches in collaboration with innovation team

Monitor execution of aligned plans, including depletion plans to limit write off exposure

Be a custodian of plant SKU master data, to ensure effective management of products

Experienced in End-to-End Planning & S&OP; within an FMCG company is required

Strong proactive communicator; capable of delivering concise, clear messaging to influence & drive key business decisions

Self starter with a strong sense of urgency

Strong at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Customer Service “Consumer At The Heart” of everything you do with a passion for delivering service and results

Quick to identify trends, interpret data & can easily draw conclusions from the reported data; Capable of drawing out meaningful, actionable insights to share & influence stakeholders that will help drive business decisions

Sound operational, commercial & financial awareness & understands the meaning & implications of the data results for the business

Technically proficient with strong analytic competence; Expert Microsoft Excel, SAP ECC system; Power BI is a plus

Data driven skills & mindset to problem solving

Strong organisational and planning skills

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

Self‑Awareness: You have high levels of self‑awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others





People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first‑time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with

Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well‑being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement

Competitive Pay Package

Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)

Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Best‑in‑class, family‑friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

📌 Category Master Planner (Madrid)
🏢 Bacardi
📍 Madrid