Demand Planner I

Cintas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) & ESOP

Insurance (Disability/Life/AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Job summary

Cintas is seeking a Demand Planner I to create, maintain and own monthly forecast models for assigned production groups and materials. You will input the monthly demand plan into the SAP APO system and manage forecast alerts and accuracy reports.

The role involves collaborating with Demand Analysts and the Buying team, presenting forecasting observations and recommendations, and participating in monthly demand meetings with business divisions and capacity reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required, or high school with related experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and intranet/internet
• Ability to analyze large data sets and translate into actionable insights

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and own monthly forecast models for assigned production groups and materials.
• Input the monthly demand plan into SAP APO.
• Manage forecast alerts and accuracy reports, adjust forecasts as needed.
• Explain forecasting concerns and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Participate in monthly demand meetings and capacity reviews with Supply Chain leadership.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Mathematics or Statistics

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Cintas is seeking a Demand Planner I to create, maintain and own monthly forecast models for assigned production groups and materials and to input the monthly demand plan communicated by the Demand Analyst into the SAP APO system. Responsibilities include analyzing each material's monthly forecast statistical model and finalizing the consensus forecasts by distribution center and material as appropriate; managing system forecast alerts, forecast accuracy reports and making necessary adjustments to forecasts utilizing the Demand Analyst demand plan; interpreting all customer and historic data to properly analyze information to aid in the development of the consensus forecast; understanding the risk associated with the forecasts and the inventory investments being made, such as adding new items, adding SKUs and increasing sales forecasts; reviewing and assessing liability documents for assigned materials with Demand Analyst; working with the Buying team on any associated risks and rollout timelines; communicating effectively, building relationships and trust with all cross-functional areas being sure to communicate and educate on forecasting concerns, observations, recommendations and soliciting feedback accordingly; participating in monthly demand meetings with the different business divisions and monthly capacity reviews internally with Supply Chain leadership; proactively identifying, resolving and communicating issues surrounding the forecasts; ensuring management is informed and involved in issue resolution; collaborating with Demand Analysts and Buying team on assigned materials; working cooperatively with others to accomplish shared objectives, gaining trust and support of managers and peers.

Requisition Number: 231321

Job Description

Cintas is seeking a Demand Planner I to create, maintain and own monthly forecast models for assigned production groups and materials and to input the monthly demand plan communicated by the Demand Analyst into the SAP APO system. Responsibilities include analyzing each material's monthly forecast statistical model and finalizing the consensus forecasts by distribution center and material as appropriate; managing system forecast alerts, forecast accuracy reports and making necessary adjustments to forecasts utilizing the Demand Analyst demand plan; interpreting all customer and historic data to properly analyze information to aid in the development of the consensus forecast; understanding the risk associated with the forecasts and the inventory investments being made, such as adding new items, adding SKUs and increasing sales forecasts; reviewing and assessing liability documents for assigned materials with Demand Analyst; working with the Buying team on any associated risks and rollout timelines; communicating effectively, building relationships and trust with all cross-functional areas being sure to communicate and educate on forecasting concerns, observations, recommendations and soliciting feedback accordingly; participating in monthly demand meetings with the different business divisions and monthly capacity reviews internally with Supply Chain leadership; proactively identifying, resolving and communicating issues surrounding the forecasts; ensuring management is informed and involved in issue resolution; collaborating with Demand Analysts and Buying team on assigned materials; working cooperatively with others to accomplish shared objectives, gaining trust and support of managers and peers.

Skills/Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's Degree, preferred in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Mathematics or Statistics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and intranet/internet
• Ability to look at large amounts of data and break it down into necessary and meaningful business information

Preferred

• Experience with SAP

Benefits

Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.

Additionally, Our Employee-partners Enjoy

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation

A reasonable estimate of base salary for this role ranges between $45,000 - $90,000/Year. The range takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business and organization needs. Please note, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decision are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each decision.

Company Information

Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.

Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.

This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.

Job Category: Supply Chain

Organization: Global Supply Chain

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift