Senior Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Planner

Kenvue•Summit, NJ

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a: Senior Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Planner What we do At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Who We Are Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information , click here . Role reports to: Sr. Manager Retail Customer Logistics Location: North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit Work Location: Hybrid What you will do The Senior CPFR Planner is responsible for supporting our valued Customers. Within Kenvue, you'll collaborate closely with multiple functions including Sales, Demand Planning, and Logistics. You will employ data analysis and end-to-end (E2E) thinking to offer forecast insights and replenishment solutions. Your role is pivotal in delivering optimal results for both customer satisfaction and key performance metrics. This role will also hold a leadership role in Kenvue Deliver process, working with Distribution and Transportation organizations to improve planning and distribution of finished goods inventory. This role may use analytical tools to identify and lead process and cost improvement projects, which include integrated demand planning efforts, new technology assessments and implementations, incorporating more advanced forecasting methodologies, and logistics efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree required; advanced degree or focused degree in STEM fields preferred
Minimum four (4) years of relevant work experience
Experience within Supply Chain, Logistics, or related operations
Proficiency with MS Office, including advanced Excel
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, as well as proficiency with computer systems
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with our top customers and sales teams and to work effectively on cross-functional teams
Ability to think strategically, challenge convention, and be willing to take a leadership role within the team
Travel up to 10% domestic travel

Nice To Haves

Business applications experience preferred, such as SAP, BW, EDI, or other ERP Systems
Preferred experience growing businesses through entrepreneurial collaboration

Responsibilities

Provide Best-In-Class customer service to our Customers as measured by survey results
Lead in identifying, planning and implementing end to end solutions that improve service and cost and or implement new capabilities
Act as liaison between Kenvue and the Customer to influence inventory and supply chain plans with the goal of growing both Kenvue and Customer sales
Analyze, recommend, and implement modifications to purchasing patterns and products for optimal service and improved logistics efficiencies
Automate current processes through system and process improvements
Monitor and report critical metrics (in stock/out of stock, fill rate, and on-time delivery), and research root cause with supply chain partners and provide back in stock date and action plans to correct and prevent in the future.
Drive process and systems improvements that positively impact order management, inventory management, and dashboard measures
Conduct monthly Supply Chain connections to foster a trusting relationship with the Customer
Partner with Supply Chain and Sales to provide detail by SKU recommendations to Customer to drive higher inventory during periods experiencing lift (promotional, seasonal, etc.).
Quickly merge and summarize data/information from different sources, to influence actions with key partners.