Manager, Demand Planning

Job Description
This Manager, Demand Planning role is responsible for facilitating and driving the consensus process with cross functional groups to determine an accurate forecast of expected shipments by brand. This person will be expected to drive conversation and provide feedback while proactively influencing dialogue on Demand Planning, as well as challenge the Business Unit counterparts. Additionally, this person will create and lead process improvement workstreams and projects as well as be a strong leader and advocate for Kraft Heinz ongoing digital transformation, specifically in the o9 demand planning space.
Primary Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Sales & Marketing Teams to optimize input and assess changes to the forecast or inventory plan
• Execute all existing analytical tools and business processes to drive SKU-level forecast accuracy and bias metric improvements while collaborating closely with Sales & Marketing
• Lead monthly consensus process based on information gained to develop a forecast to meet Supply Chain service, inventory goals, and create the monthly financial forecast.
• Measure and analyze key KPIs to determine corrective actions and lessons learned to drive process improvement for demand planning excellence
• Perform total brand and item mix analysis and provide insights to lead volume discussions
• Become brand volume expert through understanding consumption and shipment trends in addition to category and industry dynamics
• Partner with supply planning to understand supply chain implications of forecast changes
• Perform o9 maintenance to eliminate exception errors and increase forecast accuracy
• Utilize o9 Machine Learning and BestFit to add value to the demand signal and consensus
• Continuous improvement to forecasting process to minimize forecast error
• Directly support or lead critical weekly and monthly demand planning process in ITP and IBP

You'd be a great fit if this sounds like you:

• An experienced cross-functional team player with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Qualified leader ready to develop their team members and leverage their skills for the team's success.
• Drive process improvement and standardization within a diverse department/team.
• Enjoy working with numbers but are also creative and can think outside the box to improve processes.
• Passionate problem solver with an advanced skillset in building solutions with Excel, Tableau, and/or PowerBI.
• Enjoy building relationships both internally and externally.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or Logistics is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in demand planning/forecasting or integrated planning functions
• Robust leadership, delegation, and prioritization skills
• Strong understanding of planning practices and procedures
• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Advanced APS knowledge (o9, JDA, or similar)
• Preferred experience with CPG industry
• Excellent in written and verbal communication skills
• MS Office (Access, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote)

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$99,100.00 - $123,900.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] .