Regional Demand Planner

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation.
• Review and articulate historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and prepare forecast data and monthly demand review.
• Understand when statistical models can be leveraged or human intervention required.
• Ability to develop new item forecasts.
• Interact with sales, supply chain, and product management teams to understand demand forecast drivers.
• Utilize a collaborative approach to ensure current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts.
• Lead the monthly regional Demand Reviews and attend other required S&OP meetings.
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate metrics, dashboards, reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure accuracy and optimal results
• Extract and integrate data from multiple sources using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SAP, and IBP.
• Utilize Business Intelligence tools for ad hoc analysis and reporting.
• Analyze data to provide detailed analysis supporting decision-making initiatives.
• Ability to capture assumptions used and articulate impacts on demand plan. 
• Research, implement, and drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes through collaboration with local SCM and Global DP and IBP Lead.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Demand Planning, Supply Chain OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Professional experience as an Analyst in Sales, Business, or Operations analysis in manufacturing or distribution.
• Proficient in SAP/IBP, Excel and Microsoft Office Suite system software.
• Strong skills in forecasting methodologies.
• Strong Communication: Ability to engage and deliver presentations to stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Business Analytics and Reporting principles.
• Strong analytical capability and demonstrated ability to collect date, research, and identify problems.
• Strong logic skills with common sense approach and good judgment.
• Ability to utilize data through chart/graphs to tell the story and align key stakeholders from lower levels to C suite
• APICS Certification is a plus

• For further questions about the position, please contact: [email hidden]
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