Assoc Demand Planner

Bachelor’s degree (BS/MS in supply chain, engineering, operations management, or math/economics desired)
At least 1 year of prior experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, procurement, manufacturing operations, or a field that demands complex quantitative analysis
Hands-on experience with modeling, forecasting, analysis and simulation tools
Worked in a team-based environment
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Ability to clearly communicate results of analysis verbally and in written form
Motivated to drive business results versus personal preferences
Meets deadlines and work under pressure, with limited supervision
Well-organized and high level of attention to detail

Assess the impact of market changes or significant variances in the forecast, and recommend appropriate revisions and tactics
Analyze statistical forecast exceptions by utilizing demand-planning exception reports to identify and fix potential issues
Interact with sales, marketing and operations to understand and interpret the potential impact market trends and demand drivers can have on demand, and adjust the statistical forecast to reflect those impacts
Develop, monitor and communicate reports on changes and forecast accuracy to business unit and supply chain organizations, while driving continuous improvement
Make recommendations to enhance business processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies
Evaluate buying patterns of key customers and predict how the company should react to product phase in, phase out, warranty, availability, demand shifts, promotions, events and competitive products