Senior Manager, Demand Forecasting & Planning (Hybrid)

Sysco; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco seeks a Senior Manager, Demand Forecasting to lead the demand planning and forecasting function, collaborating with Finance and Sales to drive data-driven decisions for inventory and supply chain optimization.

You will oversee forecast accuracy for the assigned segment, mentor Demand Planners, and design tools and processes to build consensus from customer level to financial targets, while driving continuous improvement in forecasting methods and systems.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Mathematics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years demand planning or related experience.
• 1+ year of experience managing/leading people.
• Experience in retail, wholesale, or distribution environment.
• Proficiency with Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Python/R.

Responsibilities

• Explore and improve forecast accuracy and forecast management.
• Develop tools, processes, and channels to establish forecast consensus across customer to financial levels.
• Oversee the performance of Demand Planners and Sr. Demand Planners, guiding risks and solutions.
• Provide training and coaching to the team to deliver high-quality results.
• Provide forecasting outlook and advise stakeholders on insights and risks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Influencing

Communication

Education

BA/BS degree in related field

Master's degree/MBA preferred

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

Advanced Excel

Job description

Sysco seeks a Senior Manager, Demand Forecasting to lead the demand planning and forecasting function, collaborating with Finance and Sales to drive data-driven decisions for inventory and supply chain optimization.

You will oversee forecast accuracy for the assigned segment, mentor Demand Planners, and design tools and processes to build consensus from customer level to financial targets, while driving continuous improvement in forecasting methods and systems.