Sr. Demand Planner Sr. Demand Planner Milwaukee, WI, US Nov 8, 2024

Molson Coors - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Milwaukee, WI

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. Demand Planner at Molson Coors Beverage Company plays a crucial role in managing forecasts and demand analysis for specific territories and brands. This position is part of the newly established Integrated Business Planning (IBP) organization and reports to the Sr Manager - Forecasting & Demand Planning. The role focuses on delivering accurate forecasts that impact production lines and financial performance, ensuring alignment across various functional areas to meet or exceed accuracy targets.

Responsibilities

• Develops & maintains key components of Sales to Retail (STR) volume plans for a subset of the Molson Coors portfolio.
• Communicates risk & opportunity in the forecast to drive consensus.
• Generates and ensures accountability for the accuracy of multiple forecast levels influencing sales volume targets and P&L's.
• Leads collaborative planning processes with cross-functional partners.
• Informs supply planning of long-term and short-term forecasts.
• Continuously improves processes and tools related to demand planning.
• Leverages knowledge of volume drivers and demand planning concepts to enhance accuracy.
• Evaluates top-down forecasts for reasonability.
• Analyzes performance drivers to inform risk and opportunity assessments.
• Performs and delivers against standard and ad hoc customer requirements.
• Ensures integrity and quality of individual and team outputs.
• Manages forecast exceptions and drives decisions for optimal volume and profit returns.
• Adjusts forecasts using SAS / O9 Forecasting Applications.
• Operates at a best-in-class performance level for forecasting accuracy.
• Influences and aligns stakeholders through data storytelling and clear communication.
• Develops relationships as an extension of sales/brand teams.
• Creates presentations for VPs and Directors outlining key forecast drivers and expected volumes.
• Communicates monthly forecast performance and changes for a 0-24 month horizon.
• Provides input to advance the statistical modeling process.
• Identifies customer requirements and develops solutions to enhance stakeholder value.
• Supports the design and implementation of improvement processes related to demand planning.
• Seeks and shares best practices to enhance team competencies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in forecasting, supply chain, sales, marketing, production planning, or consumer goods industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with advanced demand planning and statistical forecasting software.
• Syndicated data experience (Nielsen/IRI) is desirable.
• Knowledge of forecasting concepts, brand strategy, and industry trends.
• Ability to evaluate business performance and communicate findings effectively.
• Financial acumen regarding volume mix shifts and impacts to P&L.
• Strong influencing and communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Assured ability to present to and influence leadership.

Nice-to-haves

• Forecasting, demand planning, or related certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible work programs including a hybrid work model.
• Engagement with Business Resource Groups for volunteer opportunities and networking.
• Career growth opportunities through First Choice Learning.
• Participation in a Total Rewards program with competitive salary and incentive plans.
• Parental leave and generous paid time off plans.
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On-site Pub and access to brand clothing and swag.
• Free beer and beverages.