Demand Planning Manager (Media Entertainment WalmartSam's Club)
Rogers, AR - USA
Job Summary
Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise Lifes Good embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions Media Entertainment Solutions Vehicle Solutions and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy Jeong-do Management embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of Customer-Value Creation and People-Oriented Management these values shape our corporate culture fostering creativity diversity and integrity. At LG we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of LG we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
Summary
Responsible managing Demand Planning andCPFR (Collaborative Planning Forecasting Replenishment) activities with key national accounts (Walmart Sams Club etc.) and maintaining forecast models incorporating business intelligence gathered from sales marketing finance retailer replenishment analysts and other sources.
Responsibilities
- Host and lead weekly CPFR (collaborative planning forecast and replenishment) meetings with external buying teams and internal Sales and Product Marketing teams
- Gather and incorporate market intelligence to produce the best possible operational forecast through internal CPFR tools and processes
- Manage model-level demand planning responsibilities for assigned accounts/retailers
- Manage weekly purchase order requests intake and maintenance as well as work with accounts to manage optimal inventory to ensure achievement of in-stock expectations
- Work with account to balance inventory across network WH/store level
- Reoccurring and ad-hoc reporting utilizing internal and external vendor portal data
- Daily collaboration to support Sales team regarding forecasting inventory and order maintenance
- Lead weekly internal S&OP meeting
- Work directly with supply planning team to collaborate on long-term forecasting for production schedules
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management or relevant field
- 7 years demand planning or relevant experience
- APICS certification preferred
- Must understand collaborative planning forecasting and replenishment (CPFR) to effectively manage forecast
- Strong written verbal and in-person communication skills required as this position interfaces with customers directly
- Strong relationship builder
- Excellent data analysis skills
- Solid business acumen
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Recruiting Range
$90000 - $120000 USD
Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:
- No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical dental vision and prescription benefits.
- Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investmentoptions.
- Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
- Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
- Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
- Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning social behavioral challenges or developmental disabilities.
- Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:
- Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
LG’s innovative technologies, unique products, and cutting-edge designs are an investment in the future. LG Electronics, Inc. is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances.