Sr. Demand Planning Manager

C.H. Guenther & Son•San Antonio, TX

2d•$95,938 - $178,010

About The Position

The Sr. Demand Planning Manager is responsible for managing the demand planning process for all business areas through the integration of customer and business intelligence along with business analytics and statistical forecasting and tools. The Sr. Demand Planning Manager will support the demand planning forecast analysts and the business by providing an integrative demand planning perspective for decision making and issue resolution. This role provides key business insights regarding long-range volume forecasts along with leadership in developing volume projection assumptions, risks, and opportunities that align with financial and business objectives.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in business, business analytics, statistics, mathematics or a related S.T.E.M. field
Must have 10+ years professional experience in supply chain
Must have 7+ years of relevant experience in forecasting or demand planning
Must have 5+ years of experience in team leadership
APO/SAP or other forecasting/ERP systems
Active participation in an S&OP process is required
Quantitative background with strong problem solving and analysis experience
Demonstrated ability to identify/clarify complex issues, analyze causes, identify alternatives and move solutions forward into action
Strong written and verbal communication of forecasting/demand planning information in simple and concise terms
Strong systems acumen, including forecasting and ERP systems
Ability to influence and work effectively with diverse groups of associates and customers ranging from entry level to executive level positions
Strong ability with reading and following market trends
Passion for learning with strong problem solving and collaboration skills
Strong end-to-end supply chain knowledge and business acumen
Ability to prioritize projects and clearly communicate direction internally and externally

Nice To Haves

Master’s in business, supply chain, business analytics, or related S.T.E.M. field is preferred
A cross functional background with experiences in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and / or Supply Chain Planning is desired

Responsibilities

Ensure development of valid Demand Plans and continue to grow and refine the continuous planning process
Work with Forecast Analysts/Demand Planners and other key stakeholders to ensure total volume incorporates new item launches, seasonal volume, events, and promotions
Develop long range forecasting models, processes, and skilled Forecast Analysts/Demand Planners to meet customer service and inventory objectives
Lead monthly Demand Consensus review process ensure that risks and opportunities are communicated and resolution plans are in place and identify risks and opportunities associated with achieving volume plans
Improve customer satisfaction while supporting revenue and profit growth through improved forecasting
Prepare reports and presentations and participate in the monthly S&OP process
Set guidelines for implementation and execution of all demand planning activities to include material and customer level forecasting and the demand side for the annual budget process
Monitor business specific performance indicators and perform post period analysis to determine forecast improvement opportunities
Provide the ‘voice of reason’ when working cross functionally to develop and communicate a consensus forecast that drives supply chain planning
Provide information to management as needed regarding past periods, future forecasts and associated key drivers
Leverage IT for collecting and cleansing data
Develop planning strategies for new and discontinued products
Perform additional related duties as assigned