Supply Chain Planner I Demand

At McCormick we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth respect everyones contributions and do whats right for our business our people our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better.

Founded in Baltimore MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices seasoning mixes condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry retail outlets food manufactures food service businesses and consumers.

While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore Maryland USA area McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 60 locations in 25 countries and 170 markets in Asia-Pacific China Europe Middle East and Africa and the Americas.

At McCormick we have over a 100-year legacy based on our Power of People principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect recognition inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values

Position Overview

The Demand Planner executes the demand forecasting strategy for a low-volume and low complexity portfolio accountable for <$500 million of annual sales revenue. This role requires analytical mastery and proven experience with statistical modeling. The Demand Planner also requires strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex algorithms to cross-functional business partners. The position helps support the monthly Pre-Commercial Review/Consensus process within the IBP framework by owning the baseline statistical forecast. This role also supports Product Life Cycle management through supply chain forecasting error detection and resolution. By providing accurate baseline forecasts and reducing forecast bias this position enables McCormick to deliver predictable financial results and ensure cost service and working capital goals are met. The working hours for this position are 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM India Time Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibility

Maintains historical baseline data and trends determines best-fit statistical models for each SKU and cleanses historical data to remove anomalies where applicable.

Tracks and maintains demand KPIs (Forecast Accuracy and Forecast Bias) to determine appropriate root cause corrective action next steps.

Communication of downstream impacts of material plan changes (short-term).

Forecast Value-Add (FVA) analysis and implementation

Trouble shoots large complex system problems with IT and GBS; develops forecast scenarios with assumptions.

Support role in IBP and S&OE processes (Pre-PCR PCR and PSRs)

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Business Administration Engineering Finance Supply Chain or related field of study.

5 years of planning experience with a strong understanding of demand planning processes.
Experience in (statistical) forecasting and knowledge of Demand Planning systems and complex algorithms.
SAP MS-Office tools ERP packages and other relevant IT systems knowledge with focus on planning and forecasting.
CPG Experience preferred.

Strong communication and presentation skills.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Curiosity (experience diagnosing RCCA).

Dimension

The Demand Planner executes the demand forecasting strategy for a low-volume and low complexity portfolio accountable for <$500 million of annual sales revenue. This role requires analytical mastery and proven experience with statistical modeling. The Demand Planner also requires strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex algorithms to cross-functional business partners. The position helps support the monthly Pre-Commercial Review/Consensus process within the IBP framework by owning the baseline statistical forecast. This role also supports Product Life Cycle management through supply chain forecasting error detection and resolution. By providing accurate baseline forecasts and reducing forecast bias this position enables McCormick to deliver predictable financial results and ensure cost service and working capital goals are met. The working hours for this position are 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM India Time Monday through Friday.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race colour religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.