USAC Demand Lead

3M•Maplewood, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The USAC Demand Lead leads the PSD USAC Demand Review Process and oversees the end-to-end Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, including maintaining ASP parameters and assumptions. The role coordinates monthly Demand Review meetings to align product-family growth expectations, incorporate current opportunity-pipeline insights into Demand Plans, and align plans with Business Estimates. The lead escalates upside potential and issues that may create gaps in the Area Estimate process, analyzes differences between projections and actuals, and supports actions to maintain commitments and improve forecast accuracy. The role works with commercial, marketing, and supply teams to plan large tenders and projects, using Salesforce Opportunity Reporting to assess demand at project and material levels and reflect current timelines in Demand Plans. It leads cross-functional resolution of production constraints, supplier activities, and business needs, and evaluates and communicates risks related to large deals, Make-to-Order items, and New Product Introductions. The position is based onsite at 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, at least four days per week, and may include up to 20% domestic travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, completed and verified before starting.
Ten years of combined experience in Marketing/Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, and/or Engineering in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.
Able to work onsite at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, at least four days a week.
Able to travel domestically up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and leading cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in data management, data collection, and data modelling.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and forecasting tools.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse, cross-cultural environment with cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
Proven track record of leading projects and teams to enhance end-to-end business processes.
Experience with Integrated Business Planning and Sales & Operations Planning.
Understanding of advanced planning concepts and their financial impact, with ability to translate them into actionable business strategies.
Ability to drive results by influencing others and overcoming cultural and behavioral barriers to change.

Responsibilities

Lead the PSD USAC Demand Review Process and oversee the end-to-end Integrated Business Planning process, maintaining the ASP parameters and assumptions file.
Coordinate monthly Demand Review meetings and ensure business growth expectations, opportunity-pipeline insights, Demand Plans, and Business Estimates are aligned.
Escalate upside potential and issues that could cause gaps in the Area Estimate process in a timely manner.
Analyze discrepancies between projections and actuals and identify actions to address gaps and maintain progress toward Estimate commitments.
Support the Demand Planner in improving forecast accuracy by maintaining alignment with the latest changes.
Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to align demand forecasts with operational capabilities for large tenders and projects.
Use Salesforce Opportunity Reporting to assess upcoming demand at project and material levels and ensure it is reflected in Demand Plans in line with current timeline expectations.
Lead cross-functional teams in resolving production constraints, optimizing supplier activities, and supporting business objectives.
Assess and communicate risks associated with large deals, Make-to-Order items, and New Product Introductions.
Collaborate with Supply to identify risk-reduction actions, such as moving to Make-to-Stock where appropriate, purchasing long-lead-time raw materials earlier, or creating scenario plans.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.