Demand Planner Jobs

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Position Summary

The Demand Planner is responsible for developing a 24-36 month total market forecast (standard and promotional forecast). They are also accountable and responsible to develop and maintain statistical forecasts in JDA and gather and challenge local market intelligence, input the market intelligence into JDA and understand and maintain cannibalization effects to get the best possible total market forecast. The position is ultimately responsible for managing demand coordination with the supply chain to achieve Edgewell Personal Care objectives regarding profit, volume, revenue, and share.

Accountabilities

• Own the process to apply adjustments for OOS & consequent lost sales in line with best practice.
• Analyze and improve forecast accuracy and bias. Support the identification and investigation of root cause of forecast errors and OOS under demand planning.
• Apply adjustments to history for promos / pipe fill / exceptional events when needed to ensure the cleanest historical data.
• Prepare the local Demand Review (S&OP) meetings for assigned segments/brands
• Drive the local demand meetings and align with Commercial colleagues on the Consensus LE, main risks and opportunities
• Manage/review market intelligence and projections to develop the monthly forecast. Enter inputs and allocations for promotion packs and displays.
• Suggest and support best Practice Development and continuous improvement in forecasting; either within JDA or more generally within demand planning
• Generate & provide the unconstrained shipment forecast to Supply Planning/Operations for a rolling 24-36-month period for the assigned segments/brands. The forecast becomes the basis of the Consensus LE, Operating Plans and Financial projections. Ensure the timely hand-off of these forecasts to supply planning through JDA.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Commercial team (Sales/Marketing) and Operations.
• Perform forecast modelling and adjust forecasting parameters to ensure the best possible accuracy and forecast horizon.

Specific Accountabilities

• May also perform additional duties as assigned.

Environmental, Health And Safety Responsibilities

• Report or raise any perceived workplace harassment, discrimination or violence concerns.
• Actively participate in all health and safety initiatives and activities, including incident investigations, safety meetings and training.
• Work in compliance with Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations.
• Report any missing or defective equipment or protective device that may be dangerous.
• Work safely as required, following environment, health and safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, safety equipment/devices, and guarding and following safe work practices.
• Immediately report workplace hazards or occupational injury/illness to a team leader/supervisor.

Required Education, Skills And Experience

• Team player with strong improvement focus and positive attitude
• Results oriented analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proven multi-tasking abilities and adaptability to change.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively at all levels within the organization and externally.
• Self-starter & initiative taker
• Education requirements: BA/BS preferentially Supply Chain postgrad
• CPG experience preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in preferably Demand Planning or other supply chain roles
• Forecasting software experience required (i.e. JDA Demand, Demand Solutions, etc)
• Strong Negotiation skills
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel knowledge, Power BI preferred), ERP or Manufacturing & Inventory Control software applications

Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.