Demand Planner

About AAVA Brands Limited

AAVA Brands Limited is part of Chanrai Summit Group (Fareast Mercantile Co. Limited) and has been operating in Nigeria since 1890. Now supported by DP World, the company positions itself as an adaptable service provider focused on getting the right products to the right place at the right time for African consumers.

The business is centered on supply chain operations across importing, manufacturing, and distributing branded food, beverages, and fast-moving consumer goods for leading multinational brands. Its portfolio covers about 3,500 SKUs, supported by experienced teams, strong infrastructure, and reliable delivery systems. The group also works with NGOs such as the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation to back social welfare efforts.

Job Summary

The Demand Planner will own the monthly forecasting and order-planning cycle, working across sales, business leadership, warehouses, logistics, and principals to maintain supply continuity, inventory discipline, and accurate reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Run the monthly demand forecast cycle by studying past sales and factoring in pricing, discounts, promotions, and activation impacts.
• Develop a shared demand forecast in collaboration with business leaders.
• Manage monthly order planning using the approved forecast, goods in transit, open orders, and stock targets.
• Track goods in transit and pending shipments from principals.
• Take an active role in S&OP discussions with principals and help ensure the monthly supply plan is delivered.
• Oversee day-to-day warehouse stock replenishment and work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to manage stock movements in line with plan.
• Keep SKU-level inventory within approved norms.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS/KPI reports.
• Coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders and maintain clear communication across functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or data analysis.
• Experience should include exposure to sales or to warehousing and logistics.
• MBA qualification will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills are needed.

Key Competencies

• Leadership capability
• Strong influencing and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to solve problems and make quick decisions
• Analytical thinking with a logical approach to problem solving
• Commitment to following processes and guidelines
• High attention to detail and quality

Additional Information

The role is based in Lagos, Nigeria and is a full-time position. The application closing date is 26 June 2026.

Application Notes

Applicants are expected to share the information with others if needed. No additional opening count or compensation details were provided in the source.