Manager,Demand Planning

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Manager, Demand Planning, you will lead a team of Demand Planners and ensure a rolling 18+ month forecast is developed, reviewed, published, and adjusted as needed by partnering with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain. You will own the end-to-end forecasting for two businesses and are accountable for both the delivery and design planning horizons and leverages best-in-class process and strategy to ensure the team is developing a consensus forecast. In this role you will own and manage the overall demand signal, design and maintenance of the demand planning system, building the relationship with the Sales team, and managing the demand planning deliverables.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for the demand plan for S&OE and S&OP horizons (Deliver/Design) across two North America businesses

• Facilitates and manages roll out of new planning capabilities and tools. Manages demand sensing processes and enhanced statistical modelling tools

• Contributes to the strategic roadmap of the function and leads the execution of the strategic initiatives associated to operations

• Drive continuous performance improvement by supporting the Demand Planning Team in the defined daily/weekly processes

• Own the execution of the Demand Planning function; accountable for ongoing improvement in forecast accuracy and partnership with internal/external customers

• Review, validate, and present the demand plan in cross-functional forums such as pre-sign-off and sign-off meetings (S&OP meetings)

• Summarize and report key forecast changes and concise drivers of forecast accuracy performance to Supply Chain Leadership

• Partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain leadership to drive business initiatives as part of the SCJ Strategic Plan

• Conduct root cause analysis of forecast errors and identify corrective actions, leading the Demand Planning Team to deliver KPI targets

• Work with cross-functional partners on projects such as new product launches, obsolescence, and transitions to evaluate assumptions – new product forecast, pipeline fill, and cannibalization

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field

• 7+ years relevant Demand Planning / forecasting background

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• A fast-paced, multi-tasking expert with strong cross-functional project management capabilities

• Expert communication skills; ability to coordinate across all levels within the organization

• Proven leadership ability (previous management experience 2+ years is a plus); drive action, accountability, and influence decision making at any level

• Quantitative and qualitative data analysis, linking root cause to action to KPI improvement; ability to simplify the complex

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees after a 90-day onboarding period

• Travel expected, maximum 10-15%

• This role is eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. 

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.