Demand Planner

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs spices seasonings and condiments and were only getting started. At McCormick were always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees all 14000 of us across the world are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire an Demand Plannerimmediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best addition to the benefits youd expect from a global leader (401k health insurance paid time off etc.) we also offer:

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

Position Summary:

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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)

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Engineering Finance Supply Chain or related field of study.
• 2-4 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).
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze complex and disparate data sources down to incorporate key insights.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel Power Point Word ERP (ex: SAP) ECC APO IBP and forecasting tools required.
• Power BI and Power Automate proficiency preferred

As a general policy McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

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 color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Base Salary: $74330 - $130080

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location skills education experience for this role and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormicks Incentive Bonus (MIB) addition to a competitive compensation package permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

- Comprehensive health plans covering medical vision dental life and disability benefits

- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave fertility benefits Employee Assistance Program and caregiver support

- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans