Sr. Demand Planner

Schwan's Company - Bloomington, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Bloomington, MN

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Sr. Demand Planner at Schwan's Company plays a crucial role in supporting the Shared Services Team by producing operational forecasts for an 18-month horizon. This position involves collaboration with the Global Supply Chain and Business Unit Sales teams to execute sales plans and address supply/demand gaps in the short term.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly consensus process for assigned business unit(s) for an 18-month outlook.
• Prepare and present analyses of forecast performance for specific business units and brands to management.
• Create, develop, and produce demand forecasts.
• Review historical sales trends, marketing, and financial forecasts; prepare forecast data; and evaluate forecast results.
• Categorize internal demand stream information according to demand patterns.
• Input sales and marketing intelligence for each operating unit for use in forecast systems.
• Work with sales organizations, national sales accounts, marketing, and related forecasting and planning groups.
• Provide timely updates and analysis to Supply Chain partners to identify scenario planning opportunities.
• Complete all required education and training and participate in the implementation and development of new forecasting software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 0-4 years of related experience.
• Understanding of project management processes and supply chain principles.
• Knowledge/skills in Windows, Excel, and Word.
• Basic understanding of JDA/Blue Yonder, IRI/Nielsen, functionality, business processes, and related interfaces and data exchanges as they correlate to supply chain.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Analytical with problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and create budgets; intermediate financial analysis skills.