What are the responsibilities and job description for the Demand Planning Manager position at Dyson?
About Us
Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country.
We're committed to our campus culture and want to have people collaborating, developing, and learning from each other. By having everyone on campus together, we have been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment.
About The Role
Reporting to the Director of Demand planning, the Manager of Demand Planning is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of a fully integrated demand plan/forecasting process covering 12-18 month horizon with associated analytics, channel/category segmentation, and metrics. They will lead a monthly S&OP forecasting process to drive supply chain efficiency. The role focuses on leadership in data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and process optimization to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and business objectives.
At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it’s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you’re in and the moments that matter.
Financial Benefits
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country.
We're committed to our campus culture and want to have people collaborating, developing, and learning from each other. By having everyone on campus together, we have been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment.
About The Role
Reporting to the Director of Demand planning, the Manager of Demand Planning is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of a fully integrated demand plan/forecasting process covering 12-18 month horizon with associated analytics, channel/category segmentation, and metrics. They will lead a monthly S&OP forecasting process to drive supply chain efficiency. The role focuses on leadership in data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and process optimization to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and business objectives.
- Develop, implement, and manage 12-18 month channel, category, account, and item level demand forecasts. Communicate R&O, and recommended actions needed to achieve target levels
- Responsible for leading monthly S&OP forecast review, including participation in cross functional meetings to drive alignment between demand forecasts and business strategies involving finance, marketing, supply chain, and sales
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional activities to assess product and category performance, ensure trends are appropriately captured in item level demand plans, including base item and promotional forecasting, event planning, and weekly/monthly performance analysis and insight
- Thought leadership on impact, analysis, and reporting of price changes, cannibalization, innovation, assortment changes, PIPO, EOL, E&O
- Actively participate in the annual budget planning process, and the creation and delivery of assigned budgets on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
- Coordinate with marketing to incorporate new product launches into the demand planning and forecasting cycle, achieve bottoms-up view and maintain true demand vs regional/global feasibility targets
- Work in collaboration with Supply Planning to ensure an executable plan is developed to meet forecast requirements and budget targets
- Implement, and enhance dashboards, KPIs, models, and reporting tools to enhance and track forecast accuracy, efficiency, support demand planning actives
- Conduct root cause analysis on forecast variances, implement corrective actions to improve accuracy
- Identify and implement best practices and process improvements in demand planning and forecasting
- Lead monthly forecasting cadence ensuring objectives are met in line with milestone calendar for demand reviews and forecast submission
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of demand planners, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Set clear performance objectives and accountability standards for team members
- Create positive working relationships across all level of the Dyson organization both in the US
- Bachelors of Science in Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Business Administration or equivalent
- 7 years of experience in demand planning within CPG with key national accounts, demonstrated success in leading S&OP/SIOP process
- 2 years demonstrated success as knowledgeable demand planning manager, experience in leading and developing a team of demand planners, track record of leading process improvements
- Knowledge of Anaplan, SAP IBP
- Strong process focused communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge in forecasting tools, methodologies, and best practices with an understanding of financial and operational impacts on process partners
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills, detail oriented
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Advanced Excel experience, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
- Strives to attain quality results on time, conveys a sense of urgency, drives issues to closure, and earns a reputation for reliability and dependability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it’s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you’re in and the moments that matter.
Financial Benefits
- 401K with up to a 4% match
- Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
- Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)
- Generous Child Care Leave Program
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Dyson Product Discounts
- Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options
- Vision & Dental Coverage
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
