Director, Planning

Iconic Wineries of British Columbia • Chicago, IL

1d • $181,000 - $210,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Lead the company's demand planning and IBP processes to create a single, aligned plan across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain. Drive forecast accuracy, inventory efficiency, and proactive risk management while balancing customer service and financial performance. Partner with senior leadership to identify opportunities, resolve constraints, and enable informed business decisions.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills with a focus on executive level presentations
• Strategic mindset to ensure IBP process is robust, effective, and value add
• Ability to work cross-functionally, providing meaningful insights to a diverse audience of peers & team stakeholders
• 10+ years in DP and IBP roles showing continued growth and leadership

Nice To Haves

• Own: End to end IBP & S&OP process
• Own: Executive level build of S&OP materials
• Own: Shipment forecast accuracy
• Influence: Supply planning decisions
• Influence: Commercial roll out planning
• Critical Relationships: Logistics, All Supply Chain Functions, Commercial, MASI and Commercial Finance, Business Process Improvement

Responsibilities

• Demand planning and forecast accuracy tied to a consensus demand plan across all facets of the business
• Ensure a robust monthly IBP cycle that ensure end to end connectivity from commercial to supply chain
• Facilitate and influence the development of Executive roll ups needed to ensure business decisions are made swiftly
• Drive alignment though executive scorecards that ensure focus on key initiatives
• Establish planning standard and lead a team for DP/IBP/Systems

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary $181,000 - $210,000 in Chicago, IL
• Bonus plan designed to recognize company performance and individual contributions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• Company matching 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off including annual leave, paid sick time and holidays
• Extensive opportunities for training, development, and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed