Demand Planning Sr. Analyst

Chamberlain Group•Oak Brook, IL

3d•$85,500 - $139,350

About The Position

Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology, we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners, businesses, and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® , are found in 51+ million homes, and 14 million+ people rely on the myQ® app daily. This role is within Chamberlain Group's Operations and Supply Chain function. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) Lead content creation supporting the monthly LOB Demand Review as part of the S&OP/IBP process including the presentation of the 18-month rolling demand plan, its assumptions, drivers and risks/opportunities and (ii) Drive collaborative forecasting including identification of quantified risks, reviewing gaps and developing appropriate countermeasures for resolution with internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or Marketing
5-7 years of relevant work experience
Able to travel up to 10% - domestically and internationally

Nice To Haves

Masters in Business Administration.
APICS CPIM / CIRM, CSCP, Lean / Six Sigma, and/or PMP certifications

Responsibilities

Lead content creation supporting the monthly LOB Demand Review as part of the S&OP/IBP process including the presentation of the 18-month rolling demand plan, its assumptions, drivers and risks/opportunities
Drive collaborative forecasting including identification of quantified risks, reviewing gaps and developing appropriate countermeasures for resolution with internal stakeholders
Lead demand planning reviews for multiple product families measuring the demand planning process effectiveness to drive complete and on-time performance & continuous improvement actions
Incorporate guidance from the Product Management Review and new product launch materials to ensure forecasts support new product development objectives and assist in the conversion (run out) from one item to another
Create and/or maintain forecasting models for each item at each stocking location and for key customers within designated product lines to achieve established forecast accuracy goals at overall and distribution center levels
Manage the forecasting system (APO or the like) to deliver optimal modeling of the business and improve planner productivity by maximizing system functionality
Ensure consensus forecast is aligned with the 18 month forward plan for handoff to the Supply team and identify and communicate any significant changes prior to this occurring
Contribute toward the annual budget and operating plan process by collaborating with cross-functional partners in the development of underlying casual demand assumptions, scenario planning and LOB Demand plans
Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.