About the position
Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry. Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis. Combine that with our 'Anything is Possible' mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin's profitable growth. Now you understand why since 1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry! Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Demand Planner who is responsible for supporting the demand review process as part of the overall Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. The role is the integration point between the sales, supply chain, and production planning teams.
Responsibilities
- Own Item Level Forecast: Take ownership of generating accurate item-level forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and input from stakeholders.
- Analyze Forecast Accuracy: Utilize Power BI to analyze forecast accuracy and identify areas for improvement. Make informed decisions based on forecast analysis to optimize inventory levels and meet customer demand.
- Present Forecast to Branch Leadership: Prepare and present forecasts to branch leadership, gaining approval and alignment for strategic decision-making.
- Run Continuous Improvement Activities: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes, increase efficiency, and minimize errors. Proactively identify opportunities for process optimization and implement best practices.
- Utilize Planning Tools: Utilize our advanced planning tools, Logility, to manage forecasts effectively, streamline processes, and improve forecast accuracy.
- Collaborate with Multiple Stakeholders: Work closely with cross-functional teams including operations, sales, and supply chain to gather relevant data, understand market dynamics, and align on demand forecasts. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure a collaborative and integrated approach to demand planning.
- Fulfill employee portion of the Berlin Values by demonstrating a strong work ethic, teamwork, loyalty, innovation, productivity and driving profitable results.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field required
- 2+ years of experience in a demand planning or related role
- Professional certifications in supply chain management or demand planning preferred
- Strong understanding of supply chain principles and dynamics, with the ability to translate business requirements into effective demand planning strategies.
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis, reporting, and presentation purposes.
- Experience working with planning tools such as Logility, Blue Yonder, or IBP is highly desirable
- Proven experience working collaboratively with sales teams and other stakeholders to gather input, communicate forecast changes, and drive consensus
- Strong systems / process orientation with proven analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing company needs and deadlines
- Highly organized and detail oriented, with strong time management and prioritization skills
Benefits
- Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
- 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical insurance including dental insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
- Vision insurance options
- Paid parental leave for up to 12-weeks
- Health club reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- 529 college savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
- Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
- Employee referral program
- Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
- Company sponsored short- and long-term disability
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