Wells Enterprises ยท 1 day ago
Senior Demand Planning Analyst
Sioux City Region
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWells Enterprises is seeking a highly analytical Senior Demand Planning Analyst specializing in building relationships and driving forecast accuracy. The role involves leading the demand planning process, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing data analysis to improve forecast accuracy and support business planning.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the monthly Demand Planning Process using statistical modeling, Shipment History, POS drivers, and competitive information
Lead consensus-driven forecasting process by aligning stakeholders, taking ownership of the demand plan for that channel, and leveraging strong relationships to challenge assumptions
Analyze and drive improvements in Forecast Accuracy and bias; developing corrective action plans and reporting methods for tracking
Work independently to create, monitor, and defend a driver-based forecast using ad hoc reporting from multiple data sources, identifying and illustrating pricing/promotion adjustments, distribution changes, inventory adjustments, and multiple year seasonality indicators
Develop forecasting tools/dashboards that provide accurate indicators of demand
Knowledge of machine learning techniques and usage of large, complex data sets
Experience building flexible scenario-based planning models for what-if analysis
Champion of driver-based, analytics-driven forecasting
Monitor and effectively communicate forecast changes to stakeholders on a regular basis. This includes exception reporting based on management expectations around tolerance levels
Support and provide key-input in the monthly (S&OP) business planning processes providing an objective and fact-based assessment of demand going forward and significant variances from previous forecasts
Collaborate with assigned Sales team members, Production, Pricing & Promotion team, and Marketing to ensure that on-going tactical plans (trade and customer events) and strategic initiatives (new product launch & transitions, etc.) are effectively integrated into the forecast
Responsible for building consensus utilizing the forecast process while ensuring cross functional accountability for the demand plan which includes challenging assumptions using professionalism and leadership competencies
Analyze ongoing demand by channel, customer and product to identify demand trends, and variances to improve the forecast and share the appropriate information with Sales, S&OP and Marketing teams
Responsible for understanding and utilizing both internal and external data sources to ensure an accurate forecast (i.e. Production Schedule, Nielsen, IRI, and Scintilla/Retail Link)
Work independently to create, monitor, and defend a driver-based forecast using ad hoc reporting from multiple data sources and risk analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree required, Masters Degree preferred in business, math/statistics, marketing or related field
5-7 years experience in a demand planning role preferably in a CPG environment
1-3 years experience with S&OP. Background with Demantra or other demand planning software
Solid knowledge of overall business planning processes to ensure decisions are based on being able to see the big picture of supporting company goals & objectives
Solid analytical and problem solving skills, strong communication skills both verbal & written, able to effectively use Excel using data from various sources, strong listening skills & comfortable interfacing with customers & sales teams
The ability to show patience in high tension situations, able to deal with concepts and complexity comfortably, strong teamwork & influencing ability, focus on detail and ability to mentor demand planners
Preferred
Masters Degree preferred in business, math/statistics, marketing or related field
Prefer experience with partnering with large retail accounts in collaborative demand planning or CPFR
Company
Wells Enterprises
Wells Enterprises produces and markets ice creams and frozen treats.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-12-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Allison Burke
Human Resources Business Partner II
Brian Ardillo
HR Business Partner II
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