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Sr Manager, Demand Planning

Ansell
Woodbridge, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Why Ansell?

At Ansell, by staying two steps ahead of workplace risk we aim to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear, to keep workers safe and productive in industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

Discover more about our company, our team, and our values by visiting us at Ansell .

Ansell is looking for a Sr. Manager, Demand Planning to join our team in Iselin, NJ!

In this position you will play a vital role in overseeing regional planning and Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) within the assigned portfolio and regions, translating regional demand into global integrated business planning (IBP) forecasts, managing inventory to support customer in-stock goals, coordinating with suppliers and logistics to optimize transportation and inventory costs, and ensuring alignment with KPI targets such as OTIF, FA & Bias, and inventory turns.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?

  • Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive.
  • Flexible and hybrid work model.
  • An inclusive and collaborative environment that values diversity and fosters an international culture.
  • Ansell University programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills.
  • Opportunities to advance and grow within the company.
  • Health Benefits : medical, dental, vision, short term and long- term disability and wellness programs
  • 401-k plan with company match
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal days) 14 paid holidays
  • Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Summer Friday's
  • Regional Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committees
  • Green office concept and a global mission of sustainability

What your role will be?

Regional Planning & Supply Chain Leadership :

  • Lead regional planning processes within the Global Supply Chain to support customer service targets.
  • Drive Demand Review Sign-off, NPD, and Opportunities meetings with Sales & Marketing using demand inputs, sales forecasts, and supply plans.
  • Provide demand input for the annual product sales plan and participate in Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
  • Guide key account managers on onboarding new opportunities.
  • Inventory & Replenishment Management :

  • Manage supplier-to-retailer replenishment to meet inventory and in-stock KPIs.
  • Optimize regional inventory levels to balance service, cost, and budget targets.
  • Monitor inventory positions, safety stock, and E&O risks, avoiding excess inventory.
  • Request expedited supply as needed to resolve backorders while managing costs.
  • Analyze forecast accuracy, CBO, OTIF, and STP data to identify risks and corrective actions.
  • Forecasting & Analytical Insights :

  • Lead forecasting activities (base item, promotional, event-driven) and inventory analysis.
  • Partner with Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to improve production and distribution forecasts.
  • Represent customer forecasts in IBP and perform forecast accuracy analysis.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication
  • Foster relationships with suppliers, retailers, and cross-functional teams (Customer Service, Marketing, Logistics, Finance, etc.).
  • Act as a key communication link for shortages, delays, corrective actions, and supply chain risks.
  • Attend regular supplier / retailer meetings to support supply chain strategies.
  • Process Improvement & Leadership :

  • Actively participate in product rationalization (phase-in / phase-out) from a demand and execution perspective.
  • Drive continuous improvement, implement changes, and resolve complex supply chain issues.
  • Select, coach, and manage a team, focusing on performance and skill development.
  • Execute intra-region allocations during periods of supply constraint.
  • What will you bring to Ansell?

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or commensurate experience.
  • 8 years' supply chain experience in a best practice dynamic FMCG / Healthcare / Pharmaceutical company.
  • Experience developing business and strategic plans.
  • Experience working in a global matrix organization preferred.
  • E2E planning experience beyond Demand / S&OP / Inventory Planning in a regional / global scope.
  • Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today !

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Ansell is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Ansell. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

    Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion :

    Ansell's vision is about creating safe spaces where diverse perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. It is our view that togetherness prevails over individuality. When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work, it's not just words. We want applicants to know that we are sensitive and thoughtful and provide an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone! It's what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, it's what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it's also what differentiates Ansell. We believe everyone, no matter how that person self-identifies, deserves an opportunity to achieve success.

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