Demand Planning Manager - Hybrid Role

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Cherry Hill Township, NJ

3d•$115,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more! Pay Range for this position is: $115,000-$170,000 plus annual bonus, depending on experience and geographical location. ---------------------------------------- POSITION SUMMARY The Manager, Demand Planning plays a key role in driving accurate and effective demand forecasts for US private label and branded beverage product portfolio. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Internal Planning, this position is accountable for ensuring analysis of historical demand, trends and promotions to generate actionable forecasts. Applicant will spearhead demand planning processes that support financial, production, and inventory objectives. The manager will be instrumental in driving forecast improvements through cross-functional interaction, while mentoring a high-performing team of demand planners..

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business or related field
5 years minimum with direct experience in demand planning
Strong S&OP knowledge
Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP functionality, QAD experience preferred
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities
Experience using statistical models and calculations
Ability to work effectively across diverse departments.
Results-driven with excellent communication skills
Ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detailed oriented and can multi-task

Nice To Haves

CPG Demand Planning experience
Experience in the food/beverage industry
Ability to direct, coach and train others.
Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee demand planning and management processes for private label and branded business
Drive forecast improvements to impact Supply Chain and Manufacturing performance
Lead, coach and develop 2 direct reports to ensure individual and team growth
Measure forecast accuracy using analytics, KPIs and statistical modeling
Lead root cause analysis of major variances and drive corrective actions
Maintain and enhance demand planning systems and tools to improve reliability and efficiency
Lead technology support, platform training and vendor coordination for planning tool
Provide support on developing seasonal demand forecasts and anticipate customer reaction to promotions, events, or lifts
Lead monthly customer insights meeting with commercial team to reduce error of major outliers
Engage cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Commercialization and Supply Chain to align on consensus forecastsEstablish and maintain 24-month rolling forecast to support branded and private label products
Provide weekly shipment pacing and order attainment reports to leadership on performance
Lead monthly private label and branded demand review meeting in support of S&OP initiatives
Gather and analyze future market trends in conjunction with sales and marketing
Manage staff of 2 employees
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment; developing personal growth opportunities.
Communicates job expectations; planning, monitoring, and assessing job results; coaching, and counseling employees; developing, coordinating, and enforcing systems, procedures, and productivity standards.
Establishes goals to support strategic initiatives