Position Title:  Sales & Operations Planning Specialist (Demand Planner)

At Philip Morris International, we’ve chosen to do something extraordinary — we’re transforming our entire business and leading the way toward a smoke-free future. With innovation at our core, this transformation is unlocking exciting opportunities across our global supply chain

This is your chance to be part of a purpose-driven, future-forward company — and contribute meaningfully to our journey by ensuring that the right products get to the right markets at the right time

We’re looking for a smart, collaborative, and agile demand planning expert to manage and coordinate forecasts across multiple fast-moving, diverse markets. If you’re passionate about translating commercial insights into operational action — this is where you can shine

You’ll work with a high level of independence and confidence, handling multiple priorities across regions while building strong relationships with local teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments, and is ready to grow into a future managerial role in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) dealing with market like Gabon, Kenya, Djibouti, Somalia, Tanzania, Senegal, and more.

Your day to day

Drive Forecasting Excellence:

• Own and manage the end-to-end demand planning process across SSA markets.
• Gather and challenge forecasts from Commercial teams to ensure accuracy.
• Adjust demand signals are frequently based on market dynamics.

Be the Glue Across Functions:

• Act as the bridge between Commercial, Supply Planning, Manufacturing, and Customer Service.
• Align demand plans with regional factories and global suppliers.
• Translate business intelligence into concrete production and supply plans

Lead Performance and Process Improvements:

• Monitor KPIs such as stock availability, service levels, and forecast accuracy.
• Identify risks of stock-outs and resolve supply chain issues proactively.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting practices and planning systems

Own Imports and Lifecycle Transitions:

• Coordinate product imports for countries not served by local production.
• Manage product phase-ins and phase-outs, including new product launches

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or related fields.
• Master’s degree or certifications (APICS, Lean Six Sigma, IBF) are advantageous
• 6–8 years of practical experience in Demand Planning or S&OP, preferably in FMCG, pharma, or medical devices.
• Experience working within Senegal and/or surrounding West African countries is a must
• Proven ability to manage complexity across multiple markets and stakeholders.
• Fluent spoken and written English is a must.
• Proven experience in working autonomously  
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with cross-functional team
• Applicants must legally authorise to work in Senegal without the need for visa sponsorshi

Key competencies required

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Sharp analytical mindset — you understand data and can translate it into action.
• Comfortable using SAP, Excel, and forecasting tools (e.g., E2OPEN).
• Strong communication — you can explain complex insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive, structured, and adaptable — able to stay on track despite change.
• High potential to grow into managerial IBP roles in the future
• A true self-starter who can take initiative

Why Join Us

• Be part of a bold transformation with purpose at its core.
• Work on real impact projects across markets.
• Collaborate globally while working with autonomy and trust.
• Shape your future with structured development, cross-regional exposure, and support for career growth

PMI welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.