Senior Analyst, Demand Planning

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be entrusted to develop and maintain professional relationships with local and remote supply chain planning partners. You will be responsible for making decisions that impact the demand plan and communicating those decisions to stakeholders such as the General Manager, Sales Director, and Marketing Director. Your role will include contributing to special projects and other supply chain and business strategy initiatives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Use and maintain current demand planning systems to create the best forecast possible using established processes. Utilizing the statistical feed in the system from their demand support hub. Collect and analyze past/future demand inputs (such as distribution gains/losses, price changes, new/discontinued products and promotion plans) from sales and marketing and calculate their impacts on demand. Make recommendations to enhance business processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies. Work with various cross functional partners on projects such as new product launches, discontinuations, and transitions to evaluate assumptions (pre and post launch) – new product forecast, pipeline fill, and cannibalization. Work with the regional demand hub to help maintain cleansed history in APO at the appropriate level and ensure a 12-18 month rolling forecast in APO. Ensure demand forecast is shared in level of detail and timing required by internal customers and supply chain partners with documented assumptions. Also communicating forecast confidence, including risks and opportunities. Influence and collaborate with key partners in marketing, sales (field sales, corporate sales managers and directors), and finance to address input gaps as identified by forecast error/bias review & root cause analysis Measure, analyze, and communicate key process metrics and monitor adherence to key performance indicators, while driving continuous improvement REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING Minimum of an undergraduate degree, preferably economics, supply chain management, engineering or related business field. Minimum 3-4 years of Supply Chain or Business experience, or appropriate FMCG Sales / Trade Marketing / Customer Marketing experience with strong sense of numbers. Minimum of five years of demonstrated results and working in a team-based, cross functional environment, preferably experienced with the standard S&OP processes Minimum of 3-4years of hands-on experience in demand planning and simulation systems or tools (SAP APO DP, Demantra or equivalent) PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS Experience working in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Industry Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in PC-based applications (such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access) Job Requirements: Permanent, full-time employment Onsite work setup (M-F) ; 1 day remote per week after 3 months (4x office + 1 day remote/week) This role is not eligible for relocation Benefits & Culture: SC Johnson is committed to providing a Great Place to Work for all its employees. Here are just some of the benefits you will receive when joining the SC Johnson Family: Competitive pay (up to 14th-month pay, pension plan, etc.) Health care benefits, fitness centre and more A family-oriented program Personalized career development plan Independence and Autonomy Inclusion & Diversity We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. Inclusion & Diversity We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion . Not ready to apply? Sign up for Job Alerts.