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ManpowerGroup Demand Planner in St. Louis, Missouri
Objective:
A Global Food Manufacturer is looking for a Demand Planner to own the company's volume-based forecasting process, driving accuracy and continuous improvement!
Position: Demand Planner
Location: St. Louis, MO (Hybrid)
Duration: Full-Time (Direct Hire)
Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000 + Bonus + Fulltime Benefits
Key Responsibilities:
Demand Forecasting Expertise:
Develop and maintain multi-level forecasts across various time horizons and units of measure, leveraging historical sales data, market research, and advanced statistical modeling techniques.
Continuously monitor and evaluate forecast accuracy, conducting root-cause analysis to identify and address any discrepancies.
Stay abreast of industry best practices and implement new forecasting methodologies to enhance the accuracy and reliability of the forecasting process.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Facilitate a collaborative and inclusive forecasting process, fostering strong relationships with Sales, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Finance.
Work closely with these teams to integrate market intelligence, new product launches, and customer trends into the baseline forecast.
Translate the unconstrained demand plan into actionable insights that inform production planning, inventory management, and resource allocation.
Process & Technology Champion:
Lead the Demand S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery of accurate forecasts for both annual budget development and quarterly financial reports.
Champion the implementation of new forecasting technologies and methodologies, including data visualization tools like Power BI and advanced forecasting software.
Collaborate with IT and other functions to maintain the integrity of data and systems supporting the forecasting process.
Data & Reporting Mastery:
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of forecasting data, employing strong data analysis skills and attention to detail.
Generate insightful reports and presentations that communicate key forecasting trends and insights to relevant stakeholders at all levels.
Track and analyze forecast accuracy metrics, identifying areas for improvement and proactively implementing solutions.
Project Management:
Take ownership of leading new product/customer setups within the supply chain, ensuring a smooth and efficient launch process.
Support and contribute to other supply chain improvement initiatives as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Operations, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or other technical field.
Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel and Power Query..
Preferred Requirements:
3 years of supply chain experience, with at least 1 year of experience in a demand planning/forecasting role.
Strong knowledge of advanced forecasting methods, probability & statistics.
Experience operating with Demand Planning & Forecasting software (GAINSystems preferred).
Experience with formal sales and operations planning (S&OP/IBP) process.
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