CPFR Analyst 2, Forecasting

Kenvue • Buffalo Grove, IL

4d • $72,675 - $102,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kenvue is seeking a Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst with robust analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency with computer systems, and strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with our top customers and sales teams. The CPFR Analyst will also think strategically, challenge convention, and be willing to take a leadership role within the team. This role offers the opportunity to develop analytical skills, demonstrate leadership, gain valuable customer experience, and shape the direction of how Kenvue forecasts and manages its inventory.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or higher is required; focused degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or another related field is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of proven experience
• Proficiency with MS Office, specifically MS Excel (pivot tables & V Lookups) and Word
• Curiosity and desire to learn new systems/applications
• Customer-centric mentality
• Collaboration and communication skills
• Experience working across cross-functional teams
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Advanced Analytics & visualization tools like PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau
• Solid understanding of SAP and how to use the system capabilities to drive value
• Strong understanding of the end to end supply chain
• Supply Chain experience or knowledge in Order Management, Forward and Reverse Distribution/Logistics, Replenishment, and/or Planning
• Customer-facing experience
• Finance knowledge or work experience in any of the following areas: accounts receivable, deduction management, and/or cash application and collections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forecasting, replenishment, and inventory analysis. Forecasting includes base item forecasting, promotional forecasting, and event planning.
• Replenishment involves assuring service level performance is aligned with the established customer requirements.
• Inventory analysis is required to ensure proper levels are maintained and reduced where possible.
• Play a critical role in collaborating with Planning and Sales within Kenvue to improve national forecast accuracy and better distribution of finished goods' inventory.
• Represent customer forecasts in the Sales & Operations Planning process, and perform forecast accuracy analysis to identify focus areas within the operating companies.
• Collaborate with our customers to identify areas of opportunity for greater efficiency and service improvement.
• Seek opportunities and lead improvement projects, which include integrated demand planning efforts, new technology assessments and implementations, incorporating more advanced forecasting methodologies, and logistic efficiency improvements.
• Identify and potentially participate in opportunities to be involved in benchmarking, attending industry conferences, and provide critical input into the strategic direction of the organization.

Benefits

• Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges: $72,675.00 - $102,600.00
• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level