Advanced Planning System Lead – Demand Planning

About the Role
The APS DP Lead will mature & unlock the untapped potential of our current SAP IBP Demand deployment. Reporting to the Demand Planning & S&O; Global Process Lead, this role will drive the functional roadmap from basic data entry to advanced, next-generation predictive forecasting. They will serve as the critical bridge to regional planning teams, driving change management & embedding advanced system capabilities into daily operations to enable exceptional planning performance. ABOUT YOU With an innate curiosity & drive for continuous improvement, you match your exceptional technical planning skills & knowledge, with a strong ability to translate & communicate complex solutions into business value. RESPONSIBILITIES WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE Cross Functional Collaboration & Partnerships Tech & Data Partnership: Play an active role in shaping the future of Bacardi’s demand planning capabilities by partnering with Tech & Data teams & external partners to adopt next-generation forecasting solutions while improving planning master data quality, KPI consistency and reporting accuracy. External Steering: Manage external integration partners to ensure high-quality delivery of advanced configuration Data Science Integration: Collaborate with data scientists to embed ML/AI forecasting models Technical Direction Setting: Translate business needs into clear requirements for technology teams Partner with Data & Technology teams to improve planning master data quality, KPI consistency and reporting accuracy. Business Translation: Translate complex technical functionality into clear, actionable business benefits for planners Capability Maturation & Next-Gen Forecasting Feature Optimisation: Maximize value from SAP IBP Demand, S&O;,



exploiting untapped functionalities AI/ML Integration: Partner with data science to integrate machine learning & external demand signals into IBP Continuous Improvement: Run routine process health checks to identify & fix bottlenecks in system utilisation Roadmap Design: Build a phased capability maturity model to transition regions from basic to advanced planning Monitor and improve planning performance through Forecast Accuracy, Forecast Value Add (FVA), adoption and process efficiency metrics. User Adoption, Competency development & change management Change Management: Lead global training & upskilling programs for regional planners Drive Adoption: Partner with regional planning leads to eliminate offline spreadsheets & embed IBP usage Super-User Network: Nurture a global network of regional IBP champions to sustain best practices, enabling exceptional performance (Projects on-time delivery, FVA, FA, System adoption) Documentation: Ensure clear & up to date documentation to support processes and trainings SKILLS
- THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY Excellent technical

skills:
SAP IBP (preferred) or other Demand planning APS. Advanced in excel & Power BI IBP Mastery: Deep knowledge of Demand Sensing, statistical forecasting models, and key figure logic Advanced Analytics & Data Science: Understanding of AI/ML forecasting techniques, predictive analytics,



external demand signals and their deployment within planning processes Integral Scope: Proven track record managing multi-regional processes & APS, across diverse teams Process improvement and lean expertise Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills to diagnose why current processes are failing and implement structural fixes Influencing

Skills:
Exceptional soft skills to challenge regional legacy habits and inspire tech adoption PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR Results oriented: Focus on delivering measurable improvements. Prioritize high impact initiatives Resilient and patient: Calm under pressure and handles pushback constructively Influence & communication: Exceptional communication skills to challenge and align key stakeholders & ability to Translate complex technical solutions into clear business value 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 pre

📌 Advanced Planning System Lead – Demand Planning (Barcelona)
🏢 1420 Bacardi Espana
📍 Barcelona