Demand Manager II

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

13d•$85,000 - $136,000

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. PREFERRED CANDIDATE IDENTIFIED

Requirements

Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and implement demand management strategies aligned with organizational goals to optimize resource allocation and meet business objectives.
Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing sales data, market trends, and customer behavior to forecast demand accurately and inform decision making processes.
Forecasting Expertise: Skilled in using quantitative and qualitative forecasting techniques to predict future demand and adjust plans accordingly.
Cross functional Collaboration: Capability to work effectively with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure cohesive demand planning and execution.
Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey demand insights, present reports, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Project Management: Competence in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining high quality standards.
Business Acumen: Deep understanding of the business environment, industry dynamics, and financial principles to make informed demand management decisions.
Problem Solving Skills: Ability to identify demand related issues, analyze root causes, and develop innovative solutions to address challenges.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with demand planning software, ERP systems, and data visualization tools to enhance demand management processes.
Change Management: Expertise in leading and managing change initiatives related to demand planning processes, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder buy in.

Responsibilities

Demand Forecasting: The Demand Manager II develops, maintains and improves demand forecasts using statistical models, market trends and historical sales data.
Collaboration & Communication: Leads cross-functional collaboration with sales, product management, finance and supply chain teams to align demand planning with business objectives.
Drive and support the Sales & Operation Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring data-driven decision making and process adherence
Performance Management: Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPI's) such as forecast accuracy, service levels and inventory turnover.
Process Improvement: The role involves identifying opportunities to enhance demand planning processes and tools, implementing best practices, and ensuring continuous improvement to adapt to evolving market conditions and business needs.

Benefits

Estimated annual base pay: $85,000 (minimum) - $110,000 (midpoint) - $136,000(maximum)
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hir
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave