Demand Planner

McCormick & Company • Hunt Valley, MD

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire an Demand Planner immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field of study.
• 2-4 years of planning experience with a strong understanding of demand planning processes.
• Experience in (statistical) forecasting and knowledge of Demand Planning systems and complex algorithms.
• SAP, MS-Office tools, ERP packages and other relevant IT systems knowledge with focus on planning and forecasting.
• CPG Experience preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Curiosity (experience diagnosing RCCA).
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze complex and disparate data sources down to incorporate key insights.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Power Point, Word, ERP (ex: SAP), ECC, APO, IBP and forecasting tools required.
• Power BI and Power Automate proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintains historical baseline data and trends, determines best-fit statistical models for each SKU, and cleanses historical data to remove anomalies where applicable.
• Tracks and maintains demand KPIs (Forecast Accuracy and Forecast Bias) to determine appropriate root cause corrective action next steps.
• Communication of downstream impacts of material plan changes (short-term).
• Forecast Value-Add (FVA) analysis and implementation
• Trouble shoots large, complex system problems with IT and GBS; develops forecast scenarios with assumptions.
• Support role in IBP and S&OE processes (Pre-PCR, PCR and PSRs)

Benefits

• 401k
• health insurance
• paid time off
• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

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