Regional Demand Planner

Job Description

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation.
• Review and articulate historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and prepare forecast data and monthly demand review.
• Understand when statistical models can be leveraged or human intervention required.
• Ability to develop new item forecasts.
• Interact with sales, supply chain, and product management teams to understand demand forecast drivers.
• Utilize a collaborative approach to ensure current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts.
• Lead the monthly regional Demand Reviews and attend other required S&OP meetings.
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate metrics, dashboards, reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure accuracy and optimal results
• Extract and integrate data from multiple sources using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SAP, and IBP.
• Utilize Business Intelligence tools for ad hoc analysis and reporting.
• Analyze data to provide detailed analysis supporting decision-making initiatives.
• Ability to capture assumptions used and articulate impacts on demand plan.
• Research, implement, and drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes through collaboration with local SCM and Global DP and IBP Lead.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Demand Planning, Supply Chain OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
2. Professional experience as an Analyst in Sales, Business, or Operations analysis in manufacturing or distribution.
3. Proficient in SAP/IBP, Excel and Microsoft Office Suite system software.
4. Strong skills in forecasting methodologies.
5. Strong Communication: Ability to engage and deliver presentations to stakeholders.
6. Strong understanding of Business Analytics and Reporting principles.
7. Strong analytical capability and demonstrated ability to collect date, research, and identify problems.
8. Strong logic skills with common sense approach and good judgment.
9. Ability to utilize data through chart/graphs to tell the story and align key stakeholders from lower levels to C suite
10. APICS Certification is a plus

Additional Information

For further questions about the position, please contact: gabrielle.correa@oterra.com