Demand Planner

PepsiCo • Austin, TX

5h

About The Position

Soda’s back. Like, actually back. The twist? It’s better for you this time (and no lie, it tastes better, too)! Join the team that’s reclaiming soda one mouthwatering drop at a time. Refreshing and juicy without unnecessary sugar, it’s time to love soda again!
As a Demand Planner, you will be responsible for managing the statistical demand plan in our new planning software, analyzing trends & other data to drive forecast improvements, and aligning cross-functional partners on a consensus forecast.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in supply chain analytics or demand planning
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or other relevant field
• Strong analytical skills including experience using a statistical demand planning software
• Advanced knowledge of Excel including Power Query and Power Pivot
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences
• Fundamental knowledge of supply chain networks and various customer routes to markets
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity

Nice To Haves

• Experience within Fast-Moving Consumer Goods industry (FMCG), specifically within beverage category

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical shipment, depletion, and consumption data to generate demand forecasts for various regions, product categories, and channels.
• Continuously evaluate and improve forecasting models, tools, and processes to enhance forecast accuracy and minimize bias.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, and operations teams to align demand plans with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Provide demand content for monthly S&OP meetings and participate in demand review sessions and other cross-functional forums to present and validate demand plans and assumptions.
• Support the ongoing optimization of demand planning organization and tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 5% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

What This Job Offers

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