Forecast Planner: Data-Driven Supply Chain Growth

Lakeside Foods, Inc; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Lakeside Foods, Inc in Manitowoc, Wisconsin is seeking a Forecast Planner to support forecasting and supply chain planning. You will help improve forecast accuracy and impact inventory management, procurement, and production planning through data-driven analysis.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in Supply Chain Management or related experience, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a working knowledge of S&OP concepts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Two years of forecasting, planning, inventory planning, or related experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Understanding of S&OP concepts and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Team-oriented mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining product forecasts based on sales input and business requirements.
• Support efforts to improve forecast accuracy and forecasting processes across the organization.
• Enter and maintain promotional activity forecasts as directed by the Sales team.
• Complete daily reporting and forecasting analysis activities.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure timely completion of forecasting-related initiatives.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Sales, and other departments to support planning activities and business objectives.
• Assist with inventory, procurement, and production planning efforts through accurate forecasting support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting and demand planning.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Forecast Supervisor.

Skills

Forecasting

Communication

S&OP knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Lakeside Foods, Inc in Manitowoc, Wisconsin is seeking a Forecast Planner to support forecasting and supply chain planning. You will help improve forecast accuracy and impact inventory management, procurement, and production planning through data-driven analysis.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in Supply Chain Management or related experience, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a working knowledge of S&OP concepts.