Demand Planning Manager

 

What you’ll do

As the Demand Planning Manager, you will be responsible for demand figures across key customers and product categories, which will drive production and directly affect the availability of inventory to KIND’s customers. Here’s how you’ll do it:

• Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using statistical methods, historical data, consumption data and market trends.
• Forecast Accuracy: Monitor and analyze forecast accuracy metrics, implementing corrective actions as necessary to improve forecasting processes
• Forecast Intelligence: Provide forecast intelligence to supply planning to help drive KIND’s ability to deliver targeted service level performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to gather insights and align demand plans with business objectives.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess inventory.
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer behavior to identify opportunities for demand improvement.
• Reporting: Prepare and present demand forecasts and inventory reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve demand planning processes and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Projects: Participate in cross-functional projects related to supply chain optimization, new product launches, and promotional activities.

What you’ll bring to KIND

• A drive to make your work and the output of your team better each day
• A passion for your development within supply chain

You are…

• Genuine in being kind to your teammates, and that includes holding them to high standards
• Passionate about collaborating cross-functionally to drive business change, even when it’s difficult
• Genuine in your desire to help make the world a KINDer place, committing to always spreading and celebrating KINDness

You have…

• 3-5 years of experience within Supply Chain, preferably in Demand Planning
• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field (e.g., business, supply chain, finance, marketing, etc)
• Prior experience working in an Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, V-lookups, formulas, etc)
• Demonstrated analytical, communication, and collaboration skills

Pluses

• Demonstrated knowledge of Tier 1 ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP) and Tier 1 planning systems (e.g., Logility, Blue Yonder, SAP).
• Experience with statistical forecasting and maintaining demand plans for large and diverse SKU mixes across multiple categories
• APICS Certification

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Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $85,000.00 - $125,000.00.  Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.