Demand Planning Manager
Current* Participated as a power user, in SAP S4 / HANA implementation and supported in master data creation and maintenance for finished goods* Lead monthly S&OP meeting * Lead monthly Demand Review meeting with functional heads to ensure clear communication regarding forecast, forecast variances and changes. Also ensure update forecast assumptions are reflected in the demand plan.* Develop demand forecast for eight product categories.* Analyze historical sales data and future plans… Show more * Participated as a power user, in SAP S4 / HANA implementation and supported in master data creation and maintenance for finished goods* Lead monthly S&OP meeting * Lead monthly Demand Review meeting with functional heads to ensure clear communication regarding forecast, forecast variances and changes. Also ensure update forecast assumptions are reflected in the demand plan.* Develop demand forecast for eight product categories.* Analyze historical sales data and future plans while working cross-functionally to achieve continuous improvements in the accuracy of demand forecasts.* Lead process improvement initiatives within Demand Planning including best practices sharing to improve forecast accuracy.* Ensure that appropriate forecasting processes are being followed and updated as needed.* Interface with Marketing and Sales teams to incorporate market insights into the forecast.* Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach by working with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts.* Interface and communicate with Supply Planning team on forecast changes. Work with supply teams to understand product constraints and impact on demand. Show less