What are the responsibilities and job description for the Demand Planning Analyst position at Conair LLC?
About Us:
Conair LLC is one of the largest, most successful, and well-recognized consumer products companies in the world. Over the past 60 plus years Conair has evolved into a global company selling personal care products, kitchen appliances, cookware, and professional beauty appliances under more than 25 brand names in over 120 countries with revenues exceeding $2.5 billion.
Position Summary:
The Demand Planning Analyst is responsible for managing forecasting activities that support the alignment of demand and supply. This role involves creating and maintaining forecast models, incorporating insights from sales, marketing, finance, and other sources to ensure the business is prepared to meet customer and product needs effectively. Acting as a key integration point for the sales and commercial organization, the Demand Planning Analyst facilitates monthly forecast reviews to build consensus and ensure alignment across the organization.
Responsibilities:
Forecasting and Analysis
- Develop demand forecasts at multiple aggregation levels and time horizons to support operational and strategic goals.
- Review historical sales trends, statistical forecast, analyze demand drivers, and evaluate forecast results to improve accuracy.
- Build and refine statistical forecast models while integrating business intelligence.
Collaboration and Cross-Functional Engagement
- Serve as a central integration point for Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams to gather and incorporate forecast inputs.
- Lead monthly top-customer demand review meetings, challenging forecasts and building consensus plans.
- Manage monthly demand review meetings with divisional senior leadership to finalize a consensus forecast.
- Reconcile significant forecast variances and refine models based on updated assumptions and research.
Systems and Process Management
- Utilize and maintain IBP Demand Planning software as the primary tool for forecasting.
- Provide input to Supply Planning teams to develop inventory strategies for existing items, new products, and phase-outs.
- Follow company policies and internal controls to maintain data integrity and process compliance.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve forecast accuracy and develop recommendations to enhance processes.
- Support organizational projects and initiatives that contribute to overall company success.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field is required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, CPG preferred
Skills and Experience:
- Solid understanding of ERP systems, preferably SAP.
- Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical forecasting methods.
- Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with advanced technical applications and data tools is a plus.
- Fundamental knowledge of Supply Chain principles, including demand and supply planning, inventory management, and manufacturing.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to inform decision-making.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present insights effectively to diverse audiences.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to a dynamic work environment.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organizational levels.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience with IBP Demand Planning or similar forecasting software.
- Familiarity with statistical forecasting models and AI-driven demand planning tools.
Environmental Factors:
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
- Must be able to use a computer keyboard and view a monitor for extended periods of time
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for business (% if needed)
- We currently operate on a hybrid schedule; candidate must be willing to come into the Stamford office 3x a week.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision plans
- Generous Paid Time Off Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HRA/Dependent Care FSA
- Paid Parental Leave Policy
- 401k and company match
- EAP & Employee Wellness Programs
- Volunteer Days Paid Time Off
- Free Lunch at the Stamford location
- Commuter Shuttle to/from Stamford train station
Are you passionate about this opportunity but worried that you don’t have 100% of the experience we’re looking for? We still want to hear from you! Apply online and let us know why you would make a great addition to Conair!
