Demand Planning Analyst III Fresh

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland Maine way back in 1883 and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods but the preservation of farmland local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.

Hannaford offers a flexible work environment with a hybrid workexpectationfor Home Officebasedpositions of being physically present in theScarboroughHome Office 3 days a expectation serves to nourish our culture showcase care through flexibility and strengthen our partnerships.

Position Summary:

Business expert to develop implement and manage Demand Management Systems (Relex) forecasting capabilities. Provides guidance and acts as a key contributer for strategic demand planning practices that support our brand strategies inventory targets and collective supply chain objectives. Collects merges and shares pertinent information to create a single unified demand forecast within the Demand Management system. Applies seasoned in depth knowledge of industry forecasting processes and methods. Identifies drivers through root cause analysis of forecast variances quantifies and implements updates to complex forecasting systems and processes. Utilizes exception based analysis and forecast accuracy results to drive sales growth maximize inventory investment and drive business process improvement.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall Demand Management System forecast accuracy and inventory management that delivers on key performance established by the brand
• Responsible for ensuring accurate identification entry and maintenance of data within the Demand Management System that enables forecasting accuracy that meets established targets
• Utilize Demand Managemt System to measure analyze and create short medium and long term forecasts while maximizing item level forecast accuracy to drive supply chain optimization and meet established targets
• Execute exception based analysis to identify drivers in forecast error variances with an aggressive approach to quantify and implement changes to improve forecasting and replenishment within Demand Management System
• Analyze and execute Demand Managment System processes for new items along with store and market events
• In close collaberation with the Super Users maintain and execute system enhacements and the functional expansion of Demand Management System capabilities
• Partner with Fresh Category Leadership and Supply Chain Leadership to provide forecast analysis with influence to the long term strategies
• Provides seasoned forecasting expertise to the various business areas within the company
• Maintain a 24/7 on call rotation with peers and Super Users
• Occasional travel to brand retail locations and distribution centers for research or specific initiatives
• Partnering closely with the Buyers the DPA supports to help translate extensive product knowledge into appropriate system actions
• Coordinate and provide leadership in growth projects within the organization
• Work closely with the Super Users on modifications of business rules system regression testing along with optimization models including truck building and economic order quantities
• Organize and manage weekly and monthly demand consensus meetings with fresh category teams in support of establishing a Sales and Operations Planning Process

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience in Mathematics Economics SCM Logistics IT or other relevant subject expertise
• 1 to 3 years of experience in category pricing logistics supply chain procurement or distribution
• Mature level of knowledge for company business and industry practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Preferred Qualification

• 3 to 5 years of experience in demand planning or forecasting
• APICS IBF or MIT certification preferable
• Proficiency in working within a cloud-based system and ERP integration
• In depth knowledge of industry forecasting processes and methods
• Experience with IT development and road map development
• Experience with IT User Acceptance Testing process
• Working knowledge of Tableau and Alteryx systems

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to distill complicated data and analysis into actionable recommendations guidance and conclusions
• Ability to manage day to day activity for identified responsibilities.
• Ability to influence without authority
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to think innovatively
• Demonstrate a personal acceptance of change and the ability to adapt and drive change
• Demonstrate an ability to implement and analyze retail business using consumer insights and analyzing trends
• Strong root cause analytical skillset
• Comfort and/or preference working within a highly technical environment
• Active listener with an ability to build trust across varying levels of the organization
• Strong training and teaching skills
• Ability to work with all levels of management
• Excellent organizational planning influence communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementation.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Able to handle multiple priorities
• Highly motivated
• Detailed oriented

The Salary Range for this Position is $75040- $112560

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race religion color sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related conditions) age veteran status national origin sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression disability or any other characteristic protected by law.