Job Description

Make your mark

At Clorox, we build big brands that make everyday life better, every day. We value our differences, and challenge each other to think and act boldly. We try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning. We work hard, and have busy personal lives. And were all able to make a positive impact at Clorox, in our communities, and in the lives of millions of people who invite us into their homes. Make your mark and help us drive Good Growth growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible.

Job Overview/Summary

The Sr. Demand Planner is responsible for creating and maintaining the demand plan and all forecasting activities associated with customers and products of assigned business unit.

This position will ensure that the demand plans use appropriate statistical models, incorporate business intelligence and forecast information from sales, marketing, finance, advanced analytics, and other sources. Submit to Finance the volume projections for each of the financial updates including Budget and LRP and where applicable translate to manufacturing in actual cases the forecast that will be used for the MPS, RCCP and Inventory planning. Responsible for balancing the demand plan to ensure it fully supports both the business and the Product Supply strategies.



Key Responsibilities

Create/Review/Validate Demand Signal for rolling 24 month horizon

* Analyze and update SKU Level demand signal based on trends, alerts, models, assumption changes, inputs, etc.
* Calculate statistical baseline forecast
* Establish and utilize best methods (statistical models and software tools) in creating forecasts at the item (Evolution: account and/or regional) level, utilizing statistical algorithms
* Analyzes historical sales trends from AC Nielsen data, POS information and shipment trends to support baseline forecast assumptions
* Use understanding of product life cycles to develop new item projections; adjust signal for New Products, Transitions, and/or Discontinued Products
* Compile and analyze forecasts inputs at various demand segments, identifying and documenting performance gaps for review in monthly consensus meetings
* Continuously improve forecasts through evaluation of promotional activity, inventory changes, consumptions trends, category trends, media and advertising plans or extended service level impacts
* Ensure Business/Sales Team plans are supported through the Demand Forecast process
* Proactively communicate critical changes to downstream supply chain partners

Facilitate / Participate / Lead S&OP process for assigned business unit

* Own and continually improve the Demand Alignment meeting through a detailed time sensitive process that compliments the existing business team format and financial planning processes
* Develop a sales forecast rollup by business from individual sku level forecasts to support discussions at the monthly meetings with Marketing, Sales and Finance. Provide insights on market and customer trends in order to complete a gap analysis
* Develop upside/downside scenarios with risk assessments and recommended actions to meet customer service objectives and shipment targets
* Lead monthly consensus forecast reviews with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations teams to validate and adjust current fiscal year forecasts, gaining full alignment with business owners and executive management
* Gain consensus from all departments on key assumptions and changes to segment level volume
* Provide monthly summaries to teams identifying key drivers, and clarity against segment/SKU level gaps
* Prepare, monitor and publish forecast KPIs (WMAPE, Bias, Fill Rate, Iventory Design and Targets, Planning Scorecard) on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, taking corrective actions as necessary
* Monitor orders vs. estimates on a monthly basis, responding to exceptions with collaborative discussions and addressing monthly plan revisions accordingly
* Identify key issues which require immediate escalation to Sales and/or Operations as required
* Establish annual forecast accuracy targets. Measure monthly forecast error results verses established targets and identify and report on root cause for forecast errors below target
* Publish monthly forecast accuracy reports, with baseline and secondary pack trending by month
* Create business reviews determining long term business health and trends
* Create and publish building blocks used to generate topline forecast plans
* Produces reports that facilitate a continuous analysis of actual sales and emerging trends in comparison to forecasts.

Create/Review/Validate Demand Signal for rolling 24 month horizon

* Analyze and update SKU Level demand signal based on trends, alerts, models, assumption changes, inputs, etc.
* Calculate statistical baseline forecast
* Establish and utilize best methods (statistical models and software tools) in creating forecasts at the item (Evolution: account and/or regional) level, utilizing statistical algorithms
* Analyzes historical sales trends from AC Nielsen data, POS information and shipment trends to support baseline forecast assumptions
* Use understanding of product life cycles to develop new item projections; adjust signal for New Products, Transitions, and/or Discontinued Products
* Compile and analyze forecasts inputs at various demand segments, identifying and documenting performance gaps for review in monthly consensus meetings
* Continuously improve forecasts through evaluation of promotional activity, inventory changes, consumptions trends, category trends, media and advertising plans or extended service level impacts
* Ensure Business/Sales Team plans are supported through the Demand Forecast process
* Proactively communicate critical changes to downstream supply chain partners

Facilitate / Participate / Lead S&OP process for assigned business unit

* Own and continually improve the Demand Alignment meeting through a detailed time sensitive process that compliments the existing business team format and financial planning processes
* Develop a sales forecast rollup by business from individual sku level forecasts to support discussions at the monthly meetings with Marketing, Sales and Finance. Provide insights on market and customer trends in order to complete a gap analysis
* Develop upside/downside scenarios with risk assessments and recommended actions to meet customer service objectives and shipment targets
* Lead monthly consensus forecast reviews with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations teams to validate and adjust current fiscal year forecasts, gaining full alignment with business owners and executive management
* Gain consensus from all departments on key assumptions and changes to segment level volume
* Provide monthly summaries to teams identifying key drivers, and clarity against segment/SKU level gaps
* Prepare, monitor and publish forecast KPIs (WMAPE, Bias, Fill Rate, Iventory Design and Targets, Planning Scorecard) on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, taking corrective actions as necessary
* Monitor orders vs. estimates on a monthly basis, responding to exceptions with collaborative discussions and addressing monthly plan revisions accordingly
* Identify key issues which require immediate escalation to Sales and/or Operations as required
* Establish annual forecast accuracy targets. Measure monthly forecast error results verses established targets and identify and report on root cause for forecast errors below target
* Publish monthly forecast accuracy reports, with baseline and secondary pack trending by month
* Create business reviews determining long term business health and trends
* Create and publish building blocks used to generate topline forecast plans
* Produces reports that facilitate a continuous analysis of actual sales and emerging trends in comparison to forecasts.

Change Management

* Identify areas in need of improvement
* Search for potential solutions both internally and externally
* Create and present recommendations
* Collaborate with team to implement process improvements
* Adopt new tools to improve process and KPI results

Key Skills, Abilities and Experience Required

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma from an accredited institution
* 3 years of work experience in Planning, Supply Chain, or similar roles
* Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Supply Chain, Math, IT, Engineering etc.
* At least 5 years of work experience within Demand and Supply Planning in addition to other roles in manufacturing, supply chain, sales planning, etc.
* Experience using Advanced Planning software tools
* Consumer Packaged Goods experience
* Experienced in setting priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to build strong relationships across the functions and levels
* Demonstrated strong aptitude in analysis, root causes identification, and problem solving
* Digital problem solvers - Able to analyze systems/data, draw reasonable conclusions, and formulate next steps
* Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
* Exceptional communicator
* Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations
* Demonstrated ability to plan, execute and deliver concurrent projects/activities on budget and on time. Anticipates problems and develops preventative and contingent actions/solutions.
* Demonstrated ability to lead a project team. Builds on knowledge of others. Gives proper credit to others and celebrates team wins. Provides timely and appropriate feedback. Treats people with dignity and respect.

Required Education



More about Product Supply (PSO)

The Product Supply Organization (PSO) is an inclusive, diverse global community of leaders. Our team is responsible for sourcing, making and shipping some of the worlds most trusted household products. In our organization, safety is paramount and innovation a must. Join us if you want to keep growing professionally and make an impact in the lives of millions of homes.


More About Clorox



The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products with approximately 8,800 employees worldwide and fiscal year 2020 sales of $6.7 billion. Clorox markets some of the most trusted and recognized consumer brand names, including its namesake bleach and cleaning products;

* Pine-Sol cleaners
* Liquid-Plumr clog removers
* Poett home care products
* Fresh Step cat litter
* Glad bags, wraps and containers
* Kingsford charcoal
* Hidden Valley dressings and sauces
* Brita water-filtration products; Burt's Bees natural personal care products
* RenewLife digestive health products
* Rainbow Light, Natural Vitality and NeoCell dietary supplements.

The company also markets industry-leading products and technologies for professional customers, including those sold under the CloroxPro and Clorox Healthcare brand names. Nearly 80% of the company's sales are generated from brands that hold the No. 1 or No. 2 market share positions in their categories.

Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiters via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.