Demand Planning Manager

Description Demand Planning Manager Kenvue is currently recruiting for a Demand Planning Manager.

This position is based in Summit, NJ. Who we are At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care.

Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love.

Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers.

With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day.

We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.

For more information, click here . Role reports to : Demand Planning Leader, Neutrogena Location : Kenvue is currently in the process of moving its Global Headquarters from Skillman, NJ to Summit, NJ.

This role is based in Summit, NJ but there may be a period of time during the transition that you must report to Skillman, NJ. Travel : 5- 10% Pay : Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050 .

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors What will you do You will facilitate the integration of commercial requirements with Supply Chain business partners while delivering key business results : sales, service, finished goods inventory, slow moving and obsolete inventory, forecast accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities include seasonal / scenario planning, new product introductions, end of life management, customer event planning, business continuity planning, vulnerability business impact planning and process improvements.

You will also lead the timeline management, purchasing, assembly and distribution of promotional displays and special packs.

• Own the integrated business planning process in support of the delivery of key business metrics
• Develop and manage the 24-month demand plan leading the forecasting process, delivering critical metrics (MAPE, BIAS, System accuracy, stat forecast usage), and ensuring SAP usage of statistical modeling and other system tools
• Lead Demand Planning and collaborate with Supply Planning, Project Management, Customer Logistics Services, Value Stream Leadership, Affiliates, other Supply Chain functions, and Commercial partners
• Support advancing Regional and Global Supply Chain capabilities through the development of people, processes and systems solutions aligned to support the current and future business environment
• Partner with Regional Strategic Demand, Regional Inventory and Regional Supply, develop the inventory strategy for the assigned Franchise(s) : Includes Entitlement, inventory business planning, projection roll up to Squad / Franchise / Country level and corrective action planning as appropriate
• Coordinate Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) inventory action plans with Regional Strategic Demand, Regional Inventory, Regional Supply, and Sales Operations
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Supply and Demand Planning, Customer Logistics, Print Buying, and Display Contractors to forecast promotional volume and execute display programs
• Ensure that display promotions are assembled and delivered on time and within budget
• Lead Seasonal Planning process, strategy setting, and communication / alignment across teams where applicable
• Represent assigned franchise during vulnerability reviews and action planning
• Collaborate with Regional Supply to define future vulnerability and partner with Sales Operations, Commercial Leadership and Deliver to take customer management and demand shaping actions as appropriate
• Manage the strategy and plan for New Product Introductions (NPI) for the first 6 months, partnering closely with Strategic Demand and Supply Planning
• Represent Supply Chain at NPI governance forums with a lens to enabling solutions, risk management and alignment across Demand, Supply, Trade Customization and Project Management
• Represent Supply Chain on business initiatives such as, but not limited to Acquisitions / Divestitures, Cross Functional Continuous Improvement, Regional / Global Supply Chain Planning Capabilities, Commercial Channel Development
• Maintain employee development plans, performance reviews and succession plans for direct reports and work with other managers to continually develop organization design improvements for the department What we are looking for Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required, ideally with a focus in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Eight (8) years of supply chain or related experience is required
• Two (2) years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Customer Support or Project Management is required
• Demonstrated strong understanding of end-to-end processes (Supply to Customer) and associated analytics is required
• Successful track record of delivering business results as an outcome of cross functional collaboration is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint applications
• Ability to work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly and tight deadlines exist
• Ability to influence across various levels of organization Desired Qualifications
• 2 years of people management experience is preferred
• Advanced degree is preferred
• Proficiency with SAP, APO, AC Nielsen or other forecasting / planning software is preferred
• An IBF, APICS and / or Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is preferred What's in it for you Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050.

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors

Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process. Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary : $110,000 - $192,050