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Maximiliano Alejandro Vuyk Gonzalez

Demand Planner - Purina UY & PY
Asunción

Summary

Results-driven Demand Planner with expertise in sales and operations planning at Nestle Purina. Proven track record in enhancing forecasting accuracy and optimizing inventory costs. Skilled in data interpretation and collaborative planning, fostering strong cross-functional relationships to achieve business objectives. Adept at utilizing SAP and advanced Excel for data analysis and visualization.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Demand Planner

Nestle Purina
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supported new product introductions by working closely with Product Management teams to develop accurate launch forecasts based on historical analogs and market research data.
  • Led monthly consensus meetings with stakeholders from various departments including Sales, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain.
  • Communicated demand plans to manufacturing sites to resolve gaps between demand and supply plans.
  • Proposed and implemented solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
  • Utilized advanced Excel functions and tools for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization in support of demand planning activities.
  • Analyzed historical data to identify patterns, trends, and seasonality for use in demand forecasts.
  • Participated actively in annual budgeting process by providing input on anticipated sales volumes considering macroeconomic factors and industry trends.
  • Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
  • Developed collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in demand planning processes.
  • Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.

Junior Demand Planner

Colgate Palmolive Co
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement market research strategies.
  • Utilized specialized software to capture and process data.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Stocks & Operations Director - Internship

Colibery SA
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement to drive business success.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to enhance operational performance and achieve targets.
  • Contributed to talent acquisition efforts by participating in recruitment activities, identifying top candidates and facilitating smooth onboarding processes.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.

Education

Master of Engineering - Engineering

SRH Hochschule Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Universidad Paraguayo Alemana (UPA)
San Lorenzo, Paraguay
05.2001 -

Skills

Sales and operations planning

Demand shaping

Forecasting accuracy

Data interpretation

SAP

Scenario planning

Demand sensing

Collaborative planning

Teamwork and collaboration

Multitasking

Timeline

Junior Demand Planner

Colgate Palmolive Co
05.2024 - 12.2024

Demand Planner

Nestle Purina
01.2024 - 08.2025

Stocks & Operations Director - Internship

Colibery SA
10.2021 - 01.2022

Master of Engineering - Engineering

SRH Hochschule Heidelberg
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Universidad Paraguayo Alemana (UPA)
05.2001 -

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