Lead Demand Planner

Milwaukee Tool•Milwaukee, MT

About The Position

The Lead Demand Planner is responsible for forecasting activities associated with customers and products. Using forecasting software, the role creates and maintains statistical models, incorporating business intelligence and collaboration with sales, marketing, finance, retailer replenishment analysts, and other sources. The position is accountable for the Demand portion of the monthly S&OP process, including compiling the global forecast and obtaining formal business alignment on the Demand Plan. The plan is then shared with suppliers for long-term inventory and capacity planning. The Lead Demand Planner also works with the Supply Planner to ensure decisions are carried out in a timely and effective manner and manages a team of demand planners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Supply Chain/Logistics, Business, or a related technical field.
7–9 years of directly related experience.
Experience leading others.
Understanding of ERP or WMS systems.
Oral and written communication skills for presentations to all levels of customers and management.

Responsibilities

Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.
Work with sales, marketing, and customer finance to develop consensus and forecast event drivers across categories and customers.
Develop complete analyses and timelines related to demand for new product launches.
Develop aggregate-level forecasts to align cross-functional planning across the business unit.
Use and maintain Oracle as the primary forecasting system tool.
Maintain KPI metrics and scorecards, including forecast accuracy, fill rate, inventory turns, and excess and obsolete inventory.
Manage a team of demand planners.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.