POSITION OVERVIEW
Lead demand planning efforts to drive Supply Chain performance in forecasting activities using statistical modeling and intelligence from cross-functional partners.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage, develop and implement overall forecasting strategy and plan
Develop and maintain a rolling forecast and drive the forecasting process for the entire business to beat forecast accuracy goals
Assist with preparation & facilitation of executive-level S&OP meetings, business issue resolution, and follow-up
Advise Sales & Marketing of plan variances within existing forecasts, plans, and actuals
Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to coordinate new product introduction in the supply chain
Create, monitor, and maintain S&OP/Demand Planning metrics
Analyze product demand and supply, supply chain processes and procedures using internal data collection and analytical tools to support S&OP demand activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as sales & marketing, manufacturing & operations, finance, and customer service to meet supply chain objectives and commitments
Provide business requirements and training for applicable S&OP/Demand Planning processes and systems (e.g. JDE)
Participate in the financial budgeting process
Facilitate communication of demand plan between finance and supply planning
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
Bachelor's Degree
3+ years experience in demand planning or 5+ years as a supply chain specialist
S&OP experience is a must
Inferential Statistic Software (JDA, SAP, IBP, Forecast PRO)
Supply Chain experience required
The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:
3+ years of experience in demand planning or 5+ years as a supply chain specialist
1+ years of application experience with inferential statistics software (e.g. JDA, SAP IBP, Forecast PRO)
Prior experience with S&OP process
Strong collaboration skills with a proven record of collaboration with a sales organization during demand planning
Ability to manage multiple demands while adhering to strict deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with any level of the organization including internal and external stakeholders
Self- starter who is resourceful and can work independently
Spartanburg, SC
The Courage to Think Big
At Milliken, we believe in the power of ideas to impact the world. And we know that the best ideas are born by empowering the brightest people. As a global company, our expertise in research, design, and manufacturing spans multiple markets including floor covering, performance and protective textiles, specialty chemicals, healthcare, and operational excellence consulting for industrial manufacturers.
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