The Hershey Company · 2 weeks ago
Analyst, Demand Planning
Hershey, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Hershey Company is seeking an Analyst for their Demand Planning team. This role supports the development of accurate demand forecasts by integrating statistical models with inputs from cross-functional partners and contributes to the Integrated Business Management process.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturingService IndustrySnack Food
Responsibilities
Own line‑item forecasts for assigned customers/segments using statistical forecasting integrated with commercial inputs (promotions, new items, planogram changes, seasonality, base trends)
Works with relevant teams to identify, isolate, and appropriately size R&Os; grasps challenges and topline/bottom line impact associated with gap-filling activities, assesses solutions and understands trade-offs, and influences/enables key decision making to maximize financial targets, minimize costs, and protect customer relationships
Contribute to new item launch planning and execution by coordinating inputs and ensuring timely system updates
Participate in core planning processes (e.g., KEM meetings, SKU rationalization) as a representative of the Demand Planning team
Maintains thorough and explicit record of key planning assumptions by building block and key driver/initiative
Continuously improve accuracy and reduce error below target thresholds for WMAPE and Bias
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required (economics, supply chain, engineering, finance, analytics, or related)
At least 1-3 years required in Demand Planning, Marketing, Sales, Category Management or Supply Chain Planning and Analytics
Company
The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness through its iconic brands.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.62B2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Kirk Tanner
Chief Executive Officer
Deepak Bhatia
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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