Manager, Demand Planning

Service Center

Essential Job Duties

Leadership and Oversight:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the company's sales and operations planning and execution strategy, ensuring that forecasting aligns with broader business objectives.
• Integrate forecasts into a comprehensive planning framework that optimizes resource allocation and operational efficiency.
• Support the optimization of the end-to-end planning process, from initial demand forecasting to final execution and delivery.
• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement within the planning process and work towards streamlined operations.
• Apply a deep understanding of collision industry dynamics and trend analysis to develop forecasts that are grounded in industry insights and data-driven projections.

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Work closely with departments such as Finance, Supply Chain, Strategic Accounts, Talent Acquisition, and Field Operations to establish a consensus-driven forecasting process.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration to ensure that forecasts reflect the diverse insights and expertise of cross-functional teams.

Team Building and Development:

• Establish and lead a planning team, providing mentorship, guidance, and resources to ensure the team's success.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth within the planning team.
• Provide clear guidance to the team, setting performance expectations, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Change Management & Continuous Improvement:

• Coordinate and facilitate workshops, meetings, and discussions to promote understanding and acceptance of change.
• Regularly review and refine the forecasting methodologies to enhance their effectiveness and relevance.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to streamline forecasting activities.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in forecasting practices and technologies, applying relevant insights to our processes.
• Monitor and assess the progress of change initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure successful adoption.

What we are looking for

Leadership:

• Ability to drive change and inspire others to embrace new initiatives.
• Adaptability and innovation to navigate evolving situations and challenges.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong presence and credibility to gain support and commitment from stakeholders.

Organizational Development:

• Skill in aligning resources and strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Creating synergy within the organization to enhance overall effectiveness.
• Assessing and codifying organizational competencies and key success factors.
• Understanding what drives the organization's success and identifying areas for improvement.

Strategic Business Perspective:

• Visionary thinking to develop a clear strategic growth strategy.
• Capitalizing on market opportunities and maintaining a competitive edge.
• Making informed and timely business decisions while managing calculated risks.
• Insight into promoting corporate services and value to stakeholders.

Critical Judgment/Decision-Making:

• Analyzing complex situations to uncover underlying issues and causes.
• Making reliable, timely, and well-informed decisions.
• Weighing pertinent facts and considering potential outcomes before deciding.
• Exhibiting sound judgment and discernment in various scenarios.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze and interpret metrics.

Thoughtfulness/Creativity:

• Thoughtful consideration of actions before taking them.
• Curiosity and a desire to continuously improve processes and outcomes.
• Enthusiasm and determination to achieve results.
• Creativity in problem-solving and finding innovative solutions

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Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.