Global Demand Planner

NEW ERA CAP • Buffalo, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Global Demand Planner is an analytical role within New Era Cap’s Supply Chain Department, focused on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). The position analyzes data and supports the S&OP process by developing tools and processes for unit and revenue forecasting, identifying sales trends, modeling inventory, and planning demand, supply, and capacity. The role works with cross-functional teams to monitor demand, evaluate forecast performance, and align supply and demand with business objectives. It is based 100% on-site at New Era Cap’s headquarters in downtown Buffalo, NY, five days a week. Travel is 0% to 5%, domestic and/or global.

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience in an analytical position.
• Working knowledge of an MRP and ERP system, such as SAP, Blue Cherry, PeopleSoft, or JD Edwards.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of capacity management techniques and basic predictive modeling in Excel.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI, and experience working with large datasets.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff at various levels and with outside customers and suppliers.
• Sound interpersonal, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Detail-oriented approach, considering all areas and processes involved in assigned tasks.
• Ability to understand company goals and objectives and work toward achieving them.
• Initiative, persistence, adaptability, and a positive approach to change and continuous improvement.
• Ability to establish and develop collaborative working relationships.
• Problem-solving, analytical, data interpretation, recommendation-making, and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field; relevant job experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Tableau or similar business intelligence or analytics software, such as Power BI.
• APICS certification in CPIM or CSCP.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data and trends to develop a statistical forecast for the Demand Plan review.
• Evaluate forecast results against actuals and develop talking points with the Demand Team.
• Evaluate point-of-sale and customer data to determine their impact on New Era’s plans.
• Compare the S&OP forecast with the budget for units and revenue, cost of goods, open-to-buy dollars, and inventory metrics.
• Develop and analyze the E-commerce S&OP Demand Plan and lead bi-monthly E-commerce demand sessions.
• Develop and analyze the Key Account Demand Plan in collaboration with Key Account Sales Representatives and lead monthly demand sessions with stakeholders.
• Evaluate forecast results against actuals monthly to identify Demand Plan gaps.
• Partner with Raw Materials Planners to improve material planning and supply alignment.
• Develop and analyze the Global Custom Product (GCP) Demand Plan and lead quarterly GCP demand sessions.
• Develop and analyze the Custom Demand Plan and lead quarterly Custom demand sessions.
• Prepare S&OP meeting minutes, communicate key conclusions to stakeholders, and follow up on actions.
• Develop and track the inventory plan, including reporting information for the S&OP process.
• Accumulate purchasing data, including purchase receipts, open purchase orders, and purchase requisitions; work with Finance and communicate future spend forecasts.
• Develop and assist with global production and capacity plans for headwear and apparel vendors.
• Develop and track the overall distribution plan, including reporting information for the S&OP process.
• Develop advanced analytical tools and reporting to support the S&OP process.
• Identify opportunities involving slow-moving and obsolete materials, and develop and implement inventory optimization action plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between Demand Teams and Supply Chain in support of S&OP initiatives, launches, line extensions, promotions, discontinuations, productivity projects, and decision-making models involving process flow, inventory levels, manufacturing costs, distribution, and transportation.
• Keep sensitive matters confidential.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a generous PTO policy.
• World-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth.
• Paid parking.
• Exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear.
• On-site professional development opportunities.
• On-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.

What This Job Offers

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