Demand Planner

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

As a Demand Planner you will be responsible for managing and developing the organizational demand plan from a product level and channel level. You will lead cross-functional interactions, historical data analysis, customer data, market trends and statistical projections to develop the most accurate and up-to-date demand plan.

A continuous improvement focus will be utilized to ensure that the planning accuracy is at optimal levels while communicating to appropriate functions as the plans change. The demand plan establishes the service levels our customers require while maximizing inventory turns in support of the organizational objectives.

In addition to the objectives above, the Demand Planner will be exposed to leadership priorities and strategic initiatives that drive the continuous improvement across all functions of the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead, develop, and manage a forward looking (24 Months) aggregated demand plan at a SKU location level for specific Product Lines as a Product Line Captain and maintain a channel level forecast.

* Lead the Demand Planning Process for all Demand Cycle processes with internal Sales and Marketing teams as well as our customers to ensure that all promotions and new initiatives (events) are captured in the demand plan

* Collaborate with customers on promotions and inventory management and communicate risk & opportunities to the internal organization as needed.

* Lead monthly consensus forecast alignment process while acting as an internal advocate for the Sales Channel(s) you represent

* Evaluate and incorporate market trends in demand plan analysis where appropriate

* Facilitate the cross-functional connectivity required within the monthly Sales and Operation Planning (S&OP) process meetings to gain alignment to the consensus forecast, documenting and publishing forecast rationale and identification of risks and opportunities

* Perform monthly root cause analysis to identify sources of controllable forecast error and mitigate in future forecasts

* Review and publish monthly channel forecast and organizational demand plan metrics

* Continuously improve demand plan accuracy and connectivity across the supply chain to ensure customer order service levels and inventory turns objectives are met

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

*BA/BS degree required with preferred emphasis on Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

*4-6 Years of experience with supply chain planning and/or demand & inventory planning

*Understanding of how supply/demand planning impacts other functions of the business

*Advanced computer software skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Pivot tables)

*Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion in business relationships and exercise sound business judgment

*Capability to work independently in a fast-paced lean organization and be extremely organized and detail oriented

*Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with internal customers

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

*Proven ability to think analytically

*Capability to manage multiple tasks/projects, priorities and deadlines

*Understanding of statistical concepts and how/when to apply

*Self-motivated with positive attitude

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Prior forecasting, modeling, and demand planning experience

* Experience in creating and giving presentations at various levels of management

* Experience with statistical forecasting (SaS FAW/DDPO solution)

* Forecasting certification (IIF, IBF etc...)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Electrolux is a global leader in home appliances, based on deep consumer insight and developed in close collaboration with professional users. We offer thoughtfully designed, innovative solutions for households and businesses, with products such as refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, cookers, vacuum cleaners, air conditioners and small domestic appliances. Under esteemed brands including Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi, Frigidaire and Electrolux Grand Cuisine, the Group sells more than 50 million products to customers in more than 150 markets every year. For more information go to http://group.electrolux.com