Demand Planner

Job Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Purchaser in Memphis, Tennessee. The role focuses on managing inventory, developing shipment forecasts, and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders to ensure smooth operations. This is a key role in our Supply Chain Management team, where the successful candidate will have the chance to make a substantial impact on our operations.

Responsibilities:

• Establish collaborative relationships with stakeholders such as Sales and Marketing teams, Finance, Purchasing, and Plant Operations

• Develop and optimize Shipment Forecasts at SKU, Brand, and Customer levels

• Lead the Demand Review process with cross-functional teams, and manage New Product forecasting

• Support Business Planning Process regarding SKU Mix and Monthly Ordering, including building block consolidation and changes to optimize cost, cycle times, and inventory levels

• Conduct Statistical Analysis using shipment, consumption, and other sources of data to align with the business plan

• Lead weekly or monthly forecasting meetings and prepare supporting content in a timely manner

• Assist in building New Product Forecast Models using business-based assumptions

• Review factory production schedules against monthly production orders, and manage order fill rates with multiple factory production departments

• Provide System Support around forecasting setup, maintenance, and general product hierarchy, making recommendations for improvements

• Manage process & system improvement projects and lead the automation and simplification of manual processes in the Demand Planning Review Process

• Support Vulnerability Management & Communication and Slow Moving & Obsolete Inventory Management Process

• Troubleshoot System & Reporting Issues

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Purchaser role or similar position

• Proficiency in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning and ERP Solutions

• Familiarity with IBM AS/400 and Microsoft Office Suites, including Microsoft Excel

• Experience with About Time software

• Strong understanding of Buying Processes and Component Selection

• Excellent Customer Service skills

• Previous experience in Manufacturing industry

• Knowledge of Navision software

• Proficiency in Supply Chain Management, including Global Supply Chain and Supply Chain Logistics

• Experience with MRP ERP System, MRP System, and MRP Inventory

• Familiarity with MRP - Material Requirements Planning

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred

*10% Travel is required for this position, including some international travel