Planner, Planning – Demand

The Kraft Heinz Company•Chicago, IL

3d•$77,800 - $97,300•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for developing and managing demand forecasts, collaborating with various departments to ensure alignment with business objectives. The planner will lead the consensus process, analyze forecast accuracy, and provide insights to optimize inventory and service levels. They will also maintain and update the forecasting system to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related field
1–3 years’ experience in logistics, demand planning/forecasting, supply planning, or related areas, within CPG preferred.
Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of MS Office applications
Experience with forecasting or manufacturing systems preferred (o9 and/or SAP a plus; willingness to learn is welcome)
Problem-solving mindset, with a passion for analyzing large data sets and translating insights into action
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience within CPG preferred
Experience with o9 and/or SAP a plus
Willingness to learn forecasting or manufacturing systems

Responsibilities

Collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance to incorporate new products, promotions, pricing changes, and events into demand forecasts
Lead the monthly consensus process to create forecasts that meet supply chain service and inventory goals, and inform monthly financial projections
Analyze weekly and monthly forecast accuracy, identify trends, and recommend adjustments to optimize inventory and service levels
Conduct brand and item mix analyses to provide insights for volume discussions
Develop expertise in brand volume by tracking consumption and shipment trends, as well as category and industry dynamics
Partner with supply planning to assess supply chain impacts of forecast changes and demand impacts of supply chain disruptions
Maintain and update forecasting system (o9) to improve forecast accuracy and streamline processes.