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Job Location drjobs

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Description:

TDemand Planner (PQGC)
PQGC US

Location: Location Free

Level: Contractor

Bonus: No

Reports to: Sr Demand Planning Manager

Relocation: No

Position Description:
This position is responsible for collaborating cross-functionally across Sales Finance and Operations to generate an accurate facility-level forecast to achieve Supply Chain Optimization and an account-level forecast for our financial planning systems. This is accomplished by leveraging data and statistical models to guide the decision-making process. Candidates should be professional highly analytical and possess excellent communication skills to succeed in this role.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide accurate sales demand forecasting for a rolling 20 weeks using demand planning software which will drive the supply chain activities for the organization.
Gain alignment with cross-functional leadership (sales and finance) to generate accurate BU forecasts at the account level and enable gap closure discussions.
Analyze volume estimates to facilitate extensive discussions with the Field Finance and Sales team to drive accurate quarter-out planning.
Analyze the relationship between promotional activities new product introductions and seasonal impact on product demand to achieve an accurate forecast. Collaborate with the Region Product Supply Manager to develop these forecasts.
Analyzing demand forecast accuracy
Interact extensively with in-market Sales and Finance teams plant operations personnel and region leadership teams.
Communicate with Product Supply Distribution Centers and Plant leads to discuss forecast trends and opportunities to meet performance targets.
Present professional insights and recommendations in support of strategic planning discussions
Support IBP (Demand Planning) initiatives and transition.

Minimum Job Requirements
Proficient computer skills: MS Office Business Objects analytical business statistics coursework or significant experience with spreadsheet analysis
Ability to interact with various levels in Sales Finance and Operations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously organize and coordinate work
Familiarity with the impact of sales initiatives

Preferred Job Requirements
Bachelor s Degree in Business Supply Chain or a related field
3 years experience in product forecasting or related field strongly preferred
Ability to work independently prioritize workload and meet critical deadline requirements with current workload plus handle special projects (as needed)
Experience in SAP APO demand planning tools
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Additional Details

  • What is the maximum hourly pay rate you want to pay to the temporary worker : 60.00
  • Work Hours (eg. Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM) : Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
  • Actual Job Title : Demand Planner
  • Actual Work Location : Provide a complete address if actual work location differs from the work location selected above.
  • Job Type : White Collar
  • Sub Function : Finance
  • Anticipated Schedule : Full Time
  • When do you anticipate converting contractor to permanent status : (No Value)
  • Contractor Name (provide a name if you have identified a person for this job posting) : James Hicks; Heather Nooks;Richard matulis
  • Contractors Email Address or Phone Number : see below

Employment Type

Full-time

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