Unclassified - Pittsburgh, PA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Pittsburgh, PA

About the position

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Demand Planner to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Demand Planner position lies within the AFH Integrated Planning Department. You'll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You'll be reporting into the Lead of Demand Planning Away from Home. Your primary responsibility will be managing total forecast for one of our key categories: a combination of historical volume reviews and new data to support new product launches, future innovations, factory planning, logistics planning and stock policy. You strive to make sure we have the right product in the right place at the right time. In brief, you will be responsible for delivering forecast accuracy targets through the development of robust demand forecasts. You will manage the meeting and process framework to ensure forecasts are constructively challenged to drive consensus and accuracy. Additionally, you will manage the forecast of a portfolio of finished goods (FG) products, including the generation of base forecast down to SKU level through high quality analysis within our o9 platform. Coordinating forecast inputs such as promotional and media plans and coordinating product flow to the US market with the central supply team will also be part of your role. You will ensure customer service levels, such as case fill rate and requested delivery date, to guarantee we have the right product in the right place at the right time, while also managing operational costs to enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Delivering forecast accuracy targets through the development of robust demand forecasts.
  • Managing the meeting and process framework to ensure forecasts are constructively challenged to drive consensus and accuracy.
  • Managing the forecast of a portfolio of FG products including the generation of base forecast down to SKU level through high quality analysis within our o9 platform.
  • Coordinating forecast inputs such as promotional and media plans.
  • Coordinating product flow to the US market with the central supply team.
  • Ensuring customer service levels (i.e. case fill rate and requested delivery date) to ensure we have the right product in the right place at the right time.
  • Managing operational costs to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Prior experience working in a supply chain capacity or similar.
  • Prior demand planning experience is essential.
  • Advanced Excel knowledge is required.
  • O9/Manugistics / JDA experience preferred (not essential).
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills to deal with various stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial sense to seek opportunities for business expansion and savings.
  • Analytical mindset to translate complex data into simple solutions and clear recommendations.
  • Strong networking skills to build and maintain business relationships.
  • Ability to work under high pressure and manage priorities effectively.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with data-driven decision making.
  • Familiarity with inventory management systems.
  • Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
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