- Location
- McRae, AR,US, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Eightfold
Description
Manage the process of gathering data from all pertinent internal and external sources, creating an accurate monthly demand forecast representing requirements for production, with a strong focus on key customers Work with Sales and Marketing to determine the impact of and incorporate market intelligence (i.e. competitive activity, retail trends and trade/consumer promotional activity) into the forecast Work closely with production planning and distribution to identify short term demand changes and make appropriate adjustments to the forecast Manage the anticipated demand for new/seasonal products and/or new markets Service events to support promotional and seasonal activity Ensuring numerous customer item settings are properly maintained to ensure appropriate store level product replenishment Recommending CPFR policies to customer replenishment and inventory management teams Effectively leveraging customer forecasting system reporting capabilities Drive alignment of forecast with senior management Manage the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the team including forecast accuracy & attainment. Track performance, determine root causes of variance and drive consistent forecast bias Actively work with CFT to understand promotional activities, key trade changes, key account plans & other sales tactics that may impact the demand plan and adjust statistical forecasts where necessary Perform other duties as requested by management Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Inventory Planning, Sales Analytics, Forecasting and/or Demand Planning An understanding of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process Experience in advanced planning systems a plus: Demantra, SAP, Power BI, O9 Knowledge of the supply chain and the impact of demand planning on supply chain performance Strong quantitative and analytical skills and aptitude Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and Access Strong verbal and written communications skills Strong customer orientation
