Senior Demand Planner

Company: Rise Baking Company
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job PurposeOversee all forecasting activities associated with customers and products including analyzing statistical data, generating forecasting solutions, and maintaining accurate data in the forecasting systems. Create and maintain the demand plan and all forecasting activities associated with customers and products of assigned channel. Ensure demand plans use appropriate statistical models, incorporate business intelligence, and forecast information from sales, marketing, finance, advanced analytics, and other sources. Ensure forecasts deliver current, accurate market information that allows the company to accurately predict and meet customer demand and provides the company with appropriate information to achieve its financial goals.Essential FunctionsOwn and manage demand forecasts (sales, operational, and financial volume forecasts) at customer-item-shipping location level as part of the demand planning functionCreate, review, and validate the demand plan for rolling 24-month horizon through statistical models and incorporating business intelligence from multiple sources to achieve an unbiased customer demand planLead the research of demand drivers, preparation of forecast data, and development of statistical forecast modelsDirect the review of historical sales trends and forecasts; review statistical forecast models and evaluate forecast resultsAnalyze and update SKU-level demand signal based on trends, alerts, models, assumption changes, inputs, etc.Coordinate communication with sales, marketing, finance, procurement, supply planning, and other departments to ensure that current, accurate data is available for forecastsCoordinate data preparation for cross-functional forecasting meetings with the national sales teamFacilitate the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by analyzing, preparing, and reporting on future and past sales forecast performance, changes from prior month, and gap to planCoordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptionsEstablish and drive improvements to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including forecast accuracy (MAPE) and bias, inventory (gross/net dollars, DIOH), Slow Moving/Obsolete, and customer service (OTIF)Partner with sales, marketing, and finance to understand demand forecast driversPlay a key role in the annual planning process; ensure linkage to monthly volume forecast as part of financial forecasting processManage SAP APO DP and volume planning software as the primary forecasting system toolManage other supply chain related systems including ERP, MRP, data mapping tables, etc.Provide ad-hoc analytics and scenario planning for, but not limited to, supply chain, customer demand, annual operating plans, sales budget, etc.Provide input to supply planning, procurement, commercialization, customer service, etc., in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outsCoordinate phase-on of new products and phase-out of discontinued productsClosely coordinate and communicate customer action plans with supply planningLead Demand Planner for new SAP plant transitions within the current demand planning model including data cleaning, validation, and implementation phaseServe as an expert on the SAP APO DP system including, but not limited to, creating, deleting, and realigning CVCs; maintaining Product Lifecycle Table; running batch jobs; reviewing job logs to eliminate issues; alert monitoring; and understanding how the data flows into APO DP and out to the downstream Supply Chain toolsHelp facilitate the training of new users to the SAP APO DP tool; serve as key point of contact for user questions and concernsValidate master data and oversee the accuracy of changes made in SAP to ensure accurate data alignment between planning and execution systems crucial to the overall success of the S&OP processSupport food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured productsPerform other job-related duties as assignedQualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)Bachelor's degree in supply chain, finance, business, statistics, mathematics or related field5+ years of consumer products forecasting or supply chain operations experience; familiarity with S&OP processes, customer planning, or supply planningAPICS Certification (CPIM or CSCP) desiredIBF Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF) designation desiredExpert knowledge of SAP APO DP forecasting application or supply planning softwareExperience with or knowledge of IRI, Retail Link, and other external customer data sourcesFood manufacturing experience and familiarity with commodity sensitive businesses preferredRetail and foodservice channel experience desiredExperience leading projectsStrong understanding of statistical reasoning including multiple linear regression modelingStrong quantitative and analytical skillsStrong computer skills including Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel; experience with ERP Systems, SAP APO DP knowledgeExperience with manufacturing modules including MRP, MPS, and WMS desiredStrong decision-making skills with the ability to think critically and solve complex problemsStrong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external clients to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of productAbility to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environmentRISE123MON123California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $85,000 to $105,000 annually. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Rise Baking Company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your annual salary, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At Rise Baking Company, our people are our finest ingredient.Compensation details: 85000-105000 Yearly SalaryPId8874f4fc9ab-25660-36340186

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