Sr Demand Planning Specialist
Company: Nestle Usa
Location: Arlington
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that
nourishes your future like no other.If you're driven by the passion
to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestle is the place
for you. Nestle USA is one of seven operating companies that make
up Nestles presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American
homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are
to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products,
strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and
climate impact.Were determined to challenge the status quo and be
better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we
embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace
where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is
expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every
single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn
and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the
workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing
our customers, but also about enriching you.This position is not
eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Position SummaryThe Sr. Specialist,
Demand Planning role acts as the main point of contact with
Marketing, Sales, and Finance with responsibility for developing
the aligned sales and operational forecast for Nestle products.
This role will apply analytical techniques to project future sales
using tools such as statistical modeling, customer promotional
inputs, consumption trends, customer POS information, and other
commercial and financial impactors. The Sr. Specialist, Demand
Planning will influence decision making on financial plans among
commercial teams through forecast analysis and presentation.Demand
Planning (55%):Lead the process to achieve alignment in forecast
assumptionsResponsible for reporting out demand plan accuracy.
Build a rolling demand forecast by item by shipping DC for assigned
portion of the product portfolioUtilize available syndicated data
to analyze trends related to consumption, distribution, incremental
mix in development of demand plan.Analyze factors that impact
demand for Nestle products (i.e. category trends / trade promotions
/ high-reaching products / seasonality / retail consumption /
distribution channels), to build a demand plan that quantifies the
business environment in a rolling longer-term horizon.Enrich
statistical forecasts and generate accurate base demand forecast in
SAP/APO for a rolling longer-term horizon at the Item/DC/Week
level.Monitor metrics to identify potential inventory problems
through all planning horizons and coordinate efforts to
resolve.Understand customer specific inventory strategies in
collaboration with customer facing supply chain to deliver accurate
order/shipment forecast.Waste Champion (10%):Lead DSP team through
waste mitigation activitiesResponsible for reporting waste riskWork
with supply chain finance on waste budgetingCross-Functional
Influence (20%):Work cross-functionally with Brand/Category,
Finance, Sales, and broader Supply Chain teams to influence and
align on key demand forecast assumptions focused on driving
forecast accuracy improvements.Work with customer sales teams to
ensure customer events are accurately captured in forecasted
plansOffer suggestions and seek dedication to best meet Customer
demand, ensuring high Customer Service and Freshness, while
minimizing cost.Lead and facilitate cross functional meetings to
drive alignment on the end-to-end plans.Demonstrating awareness to
factory/production capacity/DC constraints/raw material supply and
its impacts on forward looking demand.Process Improvement
(15%):Develop and lead short term projects related to
capacity/demand studies and other objectives related to demand
planning.Develop conclusions and make recommendations about
forecast opportunities and risks to maximize business unit
performance.Develops processes to drive consistency in demand plan
generation, with expectations of continuous
improvement.Qualifications/Certifications:University Degree (BA/BS)
or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of related work
experience.Strong analytical aptitude with a shown ability to
analyze/interpret data and build quantitative models of business
problems.Strong ability to influence with integrity or influence
without authorityAdvanced knowledge of using syndicated data
sources, Office 365 and advanced Excel skillsMinimum 5 years of
relevant work experience in Consumer Goods within Sales/Marketing,
Operations/Engineering, or Demand/Supply Analytics.Experience
utilizing a ERP systemRequisition ID188730It is our business
imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and
separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as
we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained
while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and
leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful
in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work
environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation
displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such
skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where youll
join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.The
Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and
affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified
applicants for employment. All applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity,
color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin,
ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition,
genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any
other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the
next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us
confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in
order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact
us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this
number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not
eligible for Visa Sponsorship.by Jobble
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