Demand Planning Manager

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC in; Sheboygan Falls (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join their Global & Analytics Team. This role involves overseeing demand planning and forecasting activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing advanced analytics to improve accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in demand planning and leadership.

Benefits

Potential monthly bonus

401k with match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' experience, including 3 years in a coaching role.
• Experience with IBP/S&OP/S&O processes.
• Proficiency in demand planning and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Demand Planning Analysts.
• Oversee demand planning and forecasting processes.
• Conduct demand variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

o9 Connected Planning

Job description

Demand Planning Manager (Finance)

Johnsonville's products are made in 5 different countries and are available in more than 45 countries around the globe. Members of our global business team lead relationships with customers, brokers, and consumers outside the U.S. The team also manages our production facilities and logistics worldwide.

Johnsonville, LLC

Manager, Demand Planning

Position Overview:

Johnsonville is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join our Global & Analytics Team. If you thrive in a growth-oriented organization that values learning, personal accountability, and cross-functional teamwork, this is an excellent opportunity for you. The Demand Planning Manager oversees demand planning and forecasting activities, collaborating with teams to develop accurate demand projections aligned with Johnsonville's business strategy. This strategic role involves analyzing market trends, customer behavior, and historical data to identify demand drivers and fluctuations. The manager also plays a key role in the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, working with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to develop consensus demand plans.

Flexible Work Schedule: Opportunity for hybrid work after training; summer hours available from Memorial Day through Labor Day (half-day Fridays).

Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of three Demand Planning Analysts responsible for demand planning activities, including leveraging o9 Connected Planning's driver-based forecasting, statistical analyses, downstream data analysis (Nielsen, IRI), managing product life cycles, and collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance.
2. Oversee the demand planning and forecasting process to ensure accuracy and reliability of demand projections.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and inputs for demand planning.
4. Integrate new product launches, promotional activities, and market expansion plans into demand forecasts in coordination with product management and marketing teams.
5. Conduct demand variance analysis to compare actual demand against forecasts and identify root causes of deviations.
6. Engage with commercial planning and channel partners to gather market intelligence, validate demand assumptions, and incorporate external insights.
7. Generate reports and dashboards providing insights into demand performance, customer segmentation, and market dynamics.
8. Collaborate on the monthly IBP cycle and budgeting/target setting with the IBP Demand Process lead.
9. Identify opportunities to improve demand planning processes, tools, and methodologies for better forecast accuracy and efficiency.
10. Implement best practices utilizing advanced analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling.
11. Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate relevant technological advancements into practices.
12. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making within demand planning.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum 6 years' experience, including 3 years in a coaching role demonstrating leadership and development skills.
• Experience with IBP/S&OP/S&OE processes.
• Proficiency in demand planning, forecasting, and advanced planning solutions.
• Strong analytical skills, including statistical modeling and demand analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with AI/machine learning applications in data-driven decision-making.
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills across departments.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Details:

Coach for this position: VP, Global Planning & Analytics

Location: Global Headquarters (Hybrid)

Member Status: Full-time, Salaried

Travel: Minimal

Benefits: Potential monthly bonus, 401k with match, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, disability and life insurance, fertility and adoption support, paid parental leave, onsite fitness and medical facilities, tuition reimbursement.

About Our Company

Since 1945, Johnsonville has been dedicated to making high-quality sausage products. Today, we are a family of 3,000 Members, selling in all 50 U.S. states and over 40 countries. Our culture emphasizes talent development, encapsulated in The Johnsonville Way, which has been our secret to success for decades.

How to Apply:

External candidates should apply at careers.johnsonville.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.