Demand Planner

Quality, efficiency, and safety all play a big role in our work at Danone. Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for the Supply Chain team. We are currently looking to hire a Demand Planner for our Nutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition team based in White Plains, NY!

The Demand Planner plays a key role in assisting the Demand Planning and GPS Senior Manager by supporting activities and data analysis required for the Demand Alignment as part of the monthly company GPS process. The role requires a meticulous approach to data analysis, an understanding of market dynamics, and the ability to integrate diverse sources of information to help optimize demand forecasting. The Demand Planner must possess exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to effectively help and support the overall demand planning process. The position is integral in ensuring that the company meets its strategic objectives by providing accurate and timely demand forecasts that will drive production, inventory management, and overall supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

The Demand Planner will support the Demand Planning and GPS Senior Manager for the following duties:

Forecasting and Planning:

• Maintain demand forecasts integrity in corporate tools and systems
• Utilize historical sales data, market trends, and seasonality to create accurate demand forecasts
• Incorporate forecast information gathered from sales, marketing, finance, and other sources
• Lead new codes creation for finished goods and KITs
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons

1. Collaboration and Communication:

• Lead weekly/monthly forecast review meetings
• Communicate forecast changes and potential quantified volume impacts to relevant departments
• Lead Supply Demand reviews with broader operations team to prepare constrained forecast
• Stay informed about market trends, product launches, and changes in customer demand

1. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze and report on forecast accuracy and bias, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
• Own key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning and forecasting
• Ensure master data integrity in planning system
• Use PBI tools to analyze data and generate insights
• Provide inputs on new product forecasts and assist in the phase-in/phase-out planning process.

The base compensation range for this position is $73,000 - $105,000 commensurate with experience. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Statistics, or a related field preferable
• 4 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or relevant work experience
• Proficiency in demand planning tools, SAP APO / o9 Solutions application experience preferred
• Superior MS Word, Excel, Power BI, and Power Point skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to support data-driven decisions
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting techniques and demand modeling is a plus
• O9 and PBI is a plus
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in the FMCG is a plus

Supervisory responsibilities:
The Demand Planner does not have supervisory responsibilities

Working conditions:
Hybrid. Work could be performed at home and/or office.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Finance

Success factors:

• Superior analytical skills and accuracy
• Presentation and communication skills
• Ability to communicate technical and analytical concepts
• Process oriented (as well as seeing path for improvements)
• Curiosity and willingness to challenge peers/colleagues
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work both on short term and long term planning
• Experience in work with cross functional teams

Have you heard of Nutricia North America?

Nutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition is focused on pioneering and delivering specialized nutritional solutions and Best Care for medical professionals and their patients, helping people live healthier and longer lives. Nutricia North America was established in 1983.We seek to provide solutions and services wherever nutritional intervention can be shown to improve clinical outcomes. In partnership with doctors, healthcare professionals and caregivers, we work to make a real difference in people's lives by speeding recovery and encouraging independence.Our ambition is to deliver only proven benefits through nutrition, as an integral part of disease management. Consisting of a wide variety of FDA and Health Canada regulated nutrition products, we are especially active in the management of inherited metabolic diseases, severe pediatric allergic and gastrointestinal disorders, pediatric epilepsy, and long term and critical care for seniors. Please join us in nourishing lives & inspiring a healthier world through food! Learn more @ www.nutricia-na.com

Nutricia North America is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other unlawful criterion.

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