JOB PURPOSE
Reporting to theSupply Chain Manager, theM
anager Analytics & Forecasting willleadthe development and management of supply,demandand inventory forecasts at multiple levels for raw material. This person will oversee the creation and evaluation of item-level statistical forecasts andsupportsevent-based movement of product to drive efficient purchasing execution and productive inventory
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead project launch,facilitateand maintain S&OP; process; developing both demand plan and supply forecast at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of the inventory planning function
Coordinates cross-functional activities to reconcile significant variances and refines the forecast model to reflect updated sales and origination assumptions.
Interacts with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Customer Service to understand forecast drivers
Uses andmaintainsthe supply and demand planning software/tools/model as well as Microsoft Excel as primary forecasting system tools
Provides input to the Supply chain organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items and new products.
Closely coordinates and communicates customer action plans with supply chain organization.
Creating statistical forecasts
Reviewing,coordinatingand communicating Sales and Demand Plans
Achieving consensus with operational demand forecasts
Providing input to volume planning
Preparing andmaintainingrelevant reportspertaining todemand planning process
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of relevant experience developing andmaintainingan S&OP; process
3+ years of experience in a leadership rolemanaging direct reports
Demonstratedtrack recordof accomplishments in a similar role managing supply,demandand inventory planning
Technical experience using advanced forecasting tools
Outstanding analytical skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Position follows a hybrid work requirement, consisting of four (4) days onsite and one (1) day remote weekly.
Primarily office-based with standard working hours; may require additional hours to meet project deadlines or address urgent matters.
Ability to work in a dynamic setting, managing multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
Minimal physical demands, primarily involving sitting, using a computer, and other office-related activities