Demand Planning Analyst

The Judge Group; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst in Edina, MN to manage weekly forecasts and CPFR activities for consumer electronics channels. You will coordinate with sales, marketing, operations and logistics to drive accurate demand plans and inventory targets.

The role requires 5+ years in planning/forecasting, strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting. This is a 1+ year contract with on-site responsibilities in Edina, MN.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Planning/Forecasting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple competing demands.
• Customer oriented.
• Strong judgement.
• Participative and collaborates to solve problems.
• Ability to work in a high-demand environment and prioritize.
• Meet deadlines under pressure.
• Analytical, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly CPFR process with National Retail Customer Best Buy.
• Build and communicate the weekly forecast for both Sell In and Sell Thru units.
• Ensure Order Management accuracy in ERP system - SAP.
• Identify potential gaps in demand/supply forecast and resolve deltas.
• Drive weekly internal recaps for Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Daily involvement in managing S&OP escalations.
• Manage and measure supply chain processes including channel risk and shipping performance.
• Present to and promote consensus-building internally and externally.
• Work in a multi-cultural business environment.

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Demand Planning Analyst

Location: Edina, MN

Duration: 1+ year

Top skills:

• Demand Planning (Must Have)

Summary:

Responsible for managing the weekly sales and order forecasts for specific segments of (Consumer Electronics) business. It will require strong relationship building with retail channel partners as well as sales, marketing, operations & logistics. This role will actively coordinate S&OP planning and identify risk & opportunity predicated upon the current forecasts while requiring individual work to provide analysis that is concise and actionable. A major responsibility will be managing the weekly CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment) process with our retail channel partners. Performance will be measured against assigned sales goals, channel inventory targets (WOS) and forecast accuracy. Finally, there will be a consistent requirement to identify macro trends and produce a weekly risk analysis all while measuring daily & weekly sales achievement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly CPFR process with National Retail Customer Best Buy
• Build and communicate the weekly forecast for both Sell In and Sell Thru units
• Ensure Order Management accuracy in ERP system - SAP
• Identify potential gaps in demand/supply forecast and resolve deltas
• Drive weekly internal recaps for Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Daily involvement in managing S&OP escalations
• Manage and measure supply chain processes including channel risk and shipping performance
• Must be comfortable presenting to and promoting consensus-building internally and externally
• Must be comfortable working in a multi-cultural business environment
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in Planning/Forecasting
• Strong analytical & communication skills
• Ability to work independently & manage multiple competing demands
• Customer Oriented
• Strong Judgement
• Participative & collaborates to solve problems
• Ability to work in a high-demand environment & prioritize
• Meet deadlines under pressure
• Analytical, attention to detail and accuracy
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Office Suite

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-7 years related experience required.