Demand Planner (Builder Operations)

LG Electronics • Englewood Cliffs, NJ

95d • $75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, 'Jeong-do Management,' embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree with 3+ years of Supply Chain related experience in Purchasing SCM and Demand Management SCM
• A highly developed set of skills in quantification and analysis
• Proficiency using Excel, Access, Powerpoint and MS Project
• Strong communication skills with an ability to deliver complex information to a variety of audiences with impact
• Creative mindset with the ability to look at a problem with a number of different perspectives and ideas for a solution

Nice To Haves

• Preferably purchasing and demand management experience

Responsibilities

• Manage Builder Project weekly planning cycle by gathering pipeline intel and reflecting updates into GDMI forecast system
• Effectively manage and build appropriate demand across multiple product categories and regions by collaborating with sales members
• Collaborate with PSI to sustain optimal inventory levels across distribution networks by allocating physical inventory to meet customer requested delivery dates
• Allocate limited stock to orders complying with company policies after checking with sales from the perspective of its level of urgency and other factors
• Lead weekly meetings and gain consensus with cross functional teams on revenue targets
• Own and maintain project pipelines and report weekly/monthly/quarterly change in detail with insights
• Prepare weekly supply and demand reports for various stakeholders to assist in monitoring supply levels and demand changes
• Lead and prepare analysis to support consensus management by providing suggestions based on historical data, sales projections, pipeline evaluations, etc. on a per SKU level
• Drive improvements to forecast accuracy and lead change as necessary
• Identify opportunities in the current SCM process that need improvement and lead actions for change
• Proactively monitor End of Life & New Product Introduction and guide sales to help manage the product road maps to appropriately plan and manage project pipelines
• Lead Sales Operational meetings with related stakeholders by providing guidance with analytics to drive and influence data driven decision making

Benefits

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees