The Senior Demand Planner and Analyst will be responsible for managing the forecast for a defined set of products and customers and aggregating up through product lines to the Business and Channel level. This position will develop volume and gross sales forecasts using analytical and collaborative techniques. Lead discussions at various points in the Sales and Operations Planning process. Facilitates forecasting meetings with internal and external stakeholders. May serve as project member or lead on innovative projects in demand planning or other cross functional projects. Key performance measures include forecast accuracy, bias, and service measures. Success in this role requires the ability to work independently with strong analytical and technical aptitude combined with effective collaboration skills through partnership with Supply Chain, Business Units, Sales, Finance, and Customers.Location: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The hybrid schedule requires in office presence (Deerfield, IL) Tues-Thurs, with the option to work remotely Mon & Fri.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for managing high volume, key account forecasts and presenting those forecasts during the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processManage promotion and event forecasts for assigned accounts as well as timing expectations with customers and internal stakeholders Responsible for driving forecasting engagement and collaboration with the Business Units through S&OP processes as well as Annual Operating Plan for assigned accountsAchieve forecast accuracy targets for assigned categories, and conduct analysis to improve forecast performanceResponsible for developing and maintaining new product launch forecasts and collaborating with stakeholders on their performance as well as decisions made regarding their managementActs as key team member for innovative demand planning projects, process improvements or other cross functional projectsIdentifies and recommends improvements to forecast accuracy using statistical models, industry knowledge and best practices
