We are searching for a talented demand planner to ensure our company’s operations are timely, efficient, and cost-effective. You will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analyzing inventory flow, and developing forecast models.
To succeed in this role, you should be professional, highly-analytical, and possess excellent communication skills. The successful candidate should also have an in-depth knowledge of advanced mathematical and forecasting policies.
You will be part of a team that is managing strategic projects and continuous improvement efforts for Michelin’s Peosta Materials Team. You will require a sharp business focus, a collaborative style of working, and a proactive and critical mindset. It is essential that you can think strategically, connect the dots in the bigger picture, as well as be comfortable in the details of the deliverables to drive operational improvements. The role is expected to simultaneously handle multiple projects within the department.
KEY EXPECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
- Ensures collected data and current demand cleansing and accuracy before elaborating forecast
- Influences/challenges stakeholders to validate the proposed forecasts, based on qualitative and quantitative analyses
- Implements demand collaboration with customers
- Elaborates phase in /phase out demand forecast by collaborating with region sales
- Elaborates scenarios to establish monthly, quarterly, and annual demand forecasts using the existing models
- Elaborates the mix to feed the S&OP
- Steers demand forecast accuracy and applies corrective action plan
- Reconciles forecast variance analysis with business trends and recommends progress plans to organization
- Disaggregates demand plan based on the mix to feed operations
- Maintains mix elaboration process maturity and facilitates the progress plan
- Effectively uses available analysis tools and demonstrates capabilities in MS Excel
- Implement and contribute to system/process improvements within group, with manager's guidance.
- Develops performance metrics, reporting tools, and establishes ad-hoc reporting to enhance department effectiveness
- Automate highly manual and error-prone activities to support cross-functional processes
Requirements and Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Relevant training and/or certifications as a demand planner
- Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge
- Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
- Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies
- Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner
Qualifications
- BS/BA degree in Business, Supply Chain, Management Information Systems, or related field
- 4 years Minimum experience in Supply Chain or Procurement required
- Ability to interact with functional and cross-functional teams
- Strong presentation skills at all levels
- Solid working knowledge of MRP/ERP system – SAP Preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Strong Excel skills – Expert level preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Peosta, IA 52068: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person