Demand Planner II Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia

• Description

• Overview:

• The Demand Planner II plays a critical role in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, leading the Demand Review to align sales and operations on a 12-18-month operational forecast.

This role is responsible for maintaining the forecast in Oracle, which informs supply planning, manufacturing, and procurement decisions. Additionally, the planner develops long-range forecasts to support annual inventory target setting and capacity planning. Demand Planners develop the operational forecast by combining input from sales teams gathered during the S&OP process with the statistical forecast generated in Oracle. This forecast also incorporates installation data provided by sales. Planners are responsible for preparing pre-alignment and demand review meetings and are measured against a set of predefined performance metrics.

• Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• + Ensures best-in-class forecast performance by managing and improving key metrics such as forecast accuracy and bias.

+ Benchmarks forecast accuracy against industry standards across multiple product categories to support strategic planning and operational excellence. + Collaborates with the Sales team to develop a comprehensive 12-18 month demand plan that aligns with business goals and market expectations. + Partners closely with the Supply Planning Manager to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and supply strategies, supporting optimal inventory levels and service performance + On a weekly basis: + Maintain the install forecast in Oracle, ensuring it reflects the most up-to-date and accurate demand signals. + Monitor and track actual bookings versus forecast to identify variances and improve forecast accuracy. + Review the statistical forecast (bookings forecast) generated in Oracle and evaluates its alignment with market trends and historical performance. + Make informed adjustments to the forecast based on data analysis, cross-functional input, and business intelligence. + Leverage forecast management experience to drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes and support strategic decision-making. + Partner with Supply Chain New Install Manager and Supply Planning Manager where key forecast oversells/undersells are identified to create action plan to resolve. + On a monthly basis: + Review and incorporate key economic indicators and market trends into the demand plan to enhance forecast accuracy and support long-term business planning. + Prepare pre-alignment and Demand Review presentations in weeks one and two of the S&OP cycle. + Update Oracle with the consensus forecast. + Make necessary adjustments to maintain target performance metrics. + On a quarterly/annual basis: + Supports annual planning by ensuring the demand forecast accurately reflects growth assumptions and input provided by Sales and Finance.

• Experience/Qualifications:

• + Bachelor’s Degree – BS/BA in business, finance, marketing, industrial engineering or Supply Chain Management + 5-8 years of analytical/systems experience + Demonstrates strong initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

+ Excellent oral communication and presentation skills + Experienced in actively participating in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) routines + Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines. + Possesses excellent analytical skills with a proven track record of effective problem-solving and data-driven decision making. + Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint + Preferred, but not required: + Experience with Oracle, Power BI and Access + Practical experience in Supply chain planning, purchasing or distribution of product Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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