Demand Planner

Davita Inc.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Supply Chain Planner in Southfield, MI. The role involves data collection, forecasting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve demand planning. Ideal candidates will have a strong analytical background, experience in supply chain roles, and proficiency in SAP APO.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Attractive salary package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years related experience within a supply chain role.
• Experience in a Supply Chain planning environment, preferably within automotive.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collecting relevant demand data from Sales & Marketing.
• Conduct monthly Demand Review Meetings.
• Analyze historical data to improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Statistical forecasting techniques

Advanced Excel

Strong organizational and planning skills

Attention to details

Communication skills

Tools

SAP APO

Job description

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen?Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

DRiV is the aftermarket business group of Tenneco - DRiV website

Location:Southfield, MI

Company: DRiV

What you will do

• Responsible for collecting relevant demand data from Sales & Marketing (Mid to long term)


• Conduct monthly Demand Review Meetings between Planning and Commercial Team


• Analyze historical data to continuously improve forecast accuracy (Past sales, trends, seasonality, promotional activities)


• Continuously review and improve forecasting techniques and Demand Planning processes


• Establish best practices in statistical forecasting and usage of the forecasting tool SAP APO


• Key driver for the monthly SIOP process - responsible for the preparation of the consensus demand plan as part of the monthly SIOP process


• KPI reporting: responsible for monthly reporting of Demand Planning KPI's (Forecast outlook, forecast accuracy, consensus demand plan, SIOP report) towards management


• Communicate changes in the demand plan to management & Supply Control Department


• Collaborate with Supply Chain leaders on best practices, working methods, supply chain optimization

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years related experience within a supply chain role: supply, demand, COE


• Experience in a Supply Chain planning environment preferably within automotive industry


• Experience with statistical forecasting techniques


• Advanced Excel


• Strong knowledge of ERP - desirable SAP ("Advanced Planner & Optimizer" APO) and or Kinaxis


• Experience with MRP functionality


• Fluent in English, strong communication/ presentation skills


• Strong organizational and planning skills


• Attention to details, working with high precision


• Ability to drive cross functional collaboration through influence and data

What we offer

• You will join a respected company with a long history with an outspoken international orientation in the challenging world of automotive industry


• We offer a dynamic work environment, the chance to grow within the company and to develop your competences in advanced technologies


• You can count on motivated colleagues, professional space for creativity and initiative and short communication lines


• We provide an attractive salary package with all kinds of fringe benefits

Who we are

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 71,000 team members working at more than 200 sites worldwide.



Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities