Sr. Analyst, Demand Planning

Johnsonville; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401k with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Disability and life insurance

Fertility and adoption assistance

Paid time off and parental leave

Onsite 24/7 fitness center

Onsite medical clinic

Job summary

Johnsonville is seeking a Senior Demand Planning Analyst at its Global Headquarters to lead nationwide forecasting initiatives and translate commercial insights into operational plans. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain to improve forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.

The role requires expertise in statistical methods, connected planning systems (o9 preferred), and a strong data-driven mindset to anticipate risks and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Demand Planning or Supply Planning.
• Hands-on experience with connected planning solutions.
• Experience with o9 is highly preferred.
• CPG industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop rolling demand forecasts across the planning horizon at item, customer, and location levels.
• Utilize statistical forecasting models while incorporating commercial intelligence.
• Analyze historical sales, shipment, consumption, seasonality and trends.
• Incorporate promotional activity, launches, wins/losses, and lifecycle management into forecasts.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to adhere to IBP methodology and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Data-driven decision making

Scenario modeling

Presentation skills

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Statistics/Economics/Business

Tools

o9

Job description

Johnsonville Location:

Global Headquarters

As a member of the strategic planning team, you’ll be responsible for evaluating the market and helping identify the best path forward for Johnsonville’s continued growth. From new products, to channels, geographies and more, this team is responsible for evaluating global growth potential organization-wide.

Position Overview

The Senior Demand Planning Analyst will combine strong analytical skills with business partnership capabilities. They are comfortable leading monthly consensus meetings, translating commercial insights into operational forecasts, and influencing stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain. The planner possesses expertise in advanced planning systems, leveraging data to improve forecast performance, and proactively managing promo change impacts in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

The position will combine statistical/machine learning forecasting, market intelligence, customer insights, promotional planning, and business analytics to proactively identify risks and opportunities while driving continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and demand planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop rolling demand forecasts across the planning horizon at item, customer, and location levels
• Utilize statistical forecasting models while incorporating commercial intelligence
• Analyze historical sales, shipment, consumption, seasonality, trends, demand‑drivers and market changes
• Incorporate promotional activity, innovation launches, customer wins/losses, and lifecycle management into forecasts
• Use and maintain o9 Connected Planning solution’s driver-based forecasting tool
• Adhere to IBP methodology through the cross-functional collaboration of sales, marketing, commercial planning, finance, and supply chain
• Monitor forecast accuracy, forecast bias along with other relevant KPIs to provide regular analysis to stakeholders. Identify root causes of forecast errors and implement corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement in the accuracy and reliability of the statistical models, constantly refining methodologies to optimize business outcomes.
• Lead initiatives to enhance demand planning processes, incorporating best practices and automation where possible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Statistics, Economics, Business or a related field.

Experience

• 6+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning required
• Hands-on experience with advanced planning and optimization within a Connected Planning Solution, required
• Experience with o9 is highly preferred
• IBF, APICS or other forecast/supply chain certification preferred
• Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experience preferred

Skills

• Strong understanding of how statistical models and analytics support connected planning solutions
• Ability to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in scenario modeling
• Strong presentation skills for leading monthly consensus meetings
• Continuous learning mindset and ability to apply latest statistical methods and industry trends

Other Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Travel: Minimal

Benefits And Compensation

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About Our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.