Demand Planner

Demand Planner

The Demand Planner will work in conjunction with our Sales, Customer Success, and Supply Chain teams to help analyze, manage, and communicate all aspects of demand of finished goods and direct materials to support the global supply plan and production schedules. This role maintains the working knowledge of end-to-end supply chain components including forecasting, inventory management, item lifecycle and disposition, seasonal planning, and order fulfillment. Supports the development of a culture of continuous improvement and excellent customer service.

Support goals and objectives as established by Supply Chain leadership, with an emphasis on developing and executing the global demand planning strategy in alignment with the overall cross-functional and business strategies

Create and communicate the global baseline demand forecast, and work cross-functionally with the Sales and Customer Success Teams to develop and align on an ongoing 12-week consensus forecast to be shared monthly

Responsible for managing the CCH Tagetik Supply Chain Planning tool (formerly Vanguard Predictive Planning software) with input and feedback from the Sales and Customer Success teams

Update and maintain an ongoing 12-week demand forecast within SAP for MPS and MRP activities executed within the system

Propose and implement solutions and processes for continuous improvement and to improve demand forecast accuracy

Collaborate closely with various departments to ensure timely execution of seasonal demand changes, promotions, LTOs, new product launches and SKU discontinuations (Product Life Cycle management) to limit obsolete material risk

Works directly with procurement to identify and assess direct material availability and out of stock situations

Provides reports, KPIs (Forecast Accuracy, Obsolete Material Costs, etc.) and other forms of analysis relating to demand planning activities

Responsible for cross-functional communication on any important changes in the demand forecast

Contribute information and guidance to the S&OP meeting and supports S&OP as needed

Attends scheduled sales and customer meetings as needed to provide input, data, and solutions to close gaps or inaccuracies within the demand forecast

Support operational and supply chain project work as assigned, which may include systems such as Tagetik Supply Chain Planning, SAP and CPGV systems

Comply with all company rules, regulations and policies

Perform other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or other related fields required

3+ years' experience in a Supply Chain or Demand Planning role for a manufacturing environment, preferably food manufacturing

Strong Computer Skills in Microsoft Suite, to include PowerPoint, Excel and Email

Supply Chain Management or Demand Planning Certification (i.e. CSCP, CPIM, CPSM, etc) preferred

Strong interpersonal skills, detail oriented and able to coordinate / manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Strong analytical skillset and the ability to pull, cleanse, and organize data for analysis and reporting across the organization

Excellent planning, communication, organizational and leadership skills

Experience working in SAP and / or CCH Tagetik Supply Chain Planning tool (formerly Vanguard Predictive Planning software) preferred

Knowledge of food industry a plus

Knowledge of Supply Chain processes, statistical forecasting, and inventory management

Ability to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and pay close attention to details

Ability to problem solve and provide strategic solutions quickly

Must be a self-starter and able to work without close supervision

Willingness and ability to work in a team environment

This position does not require travel

Typical office environment

Offices with equipment noise

Offices with frequent interruptions

Mostly indoor office environment with windows

If time is needed in the plant, the employee may be subject to production environment (Wet environment with temperatures in the range of 38 to 40 degrees)

If time is needed in the plant, the employee is required to use personal protective equipment to enforce Good Food Manufacturing (GMP's) processes

Use hands to find, handle, touch and manipulate items

Speak and / or hear

Stand for extended periods, walk and reach with hands or arms

Occasionally stoop, reach, crouch, twist and walk

Have vision abilities to include proximate vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus as well as be able to effectively see and process computer generated images on a screen

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Able to work overtime and / or weekends when needed

Good Foods Group, LLC offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements :

We offer a competitive benefits package, with generous medical, dental, vision, company provided life insurance, voluntary benefits, STD, LTD (LONG TERM DISABILITY) and 401K Retirement Plan with a company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Incentive potential for all positions

Pay available next day

Summer Flex Time Schedule (at Manager's discretion)

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Jury Duty Pay

Bereavement Leave

Nine (9) paid holidays throughout the calendar year

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with a particular job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Good Foods Group, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Good Foods Group, LLC.'s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, team member activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.