As a Demand Planner, you are responsible for building accurate, insight-driven forecasts that support service, inventory, and financial goals. This role partners closely with marketing, sales, finance, supply planning, and operations to translate business activity and market signals into a reliable demand plan, while helping the organization respond quickly to changes in demand or supply.
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance to incorporate new products, promotions, pricing changes, and events into demand forecasts
Lead the monthly consensus process to create forecasts that meet supply chain service and inventory goals, and inform monthly financial projections
Analyze weekly and monthly forecast accuracy, identify trends, and recommend adjustments to optimize inventory and service levels
Conduct brand and item mix analyses to provide insights for volume discussions
Develop expertise in brand volume by tracking consumption and shipment trends, as well as category and industry dynamics
Partner with supply planning to assess supply chain impacts of forecast changes and demand impacts of supply chain disruptions
Maintain and update forecasting system (o9) to improve forecast accuracy and streamline processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related field
1–3 years’ experience in logistics, demand planning/forecasting, supply planning, or related areas, within CPG preferred.
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Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of MS Office applications
Experience with forecasting or manufacturing systems preferred (o9 and/or SAP a plus; willingness to learn is welcome)
Problem-solving mindset, with a passion for analyzing large data sets and translating insights into action
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
This position will require hybrid attendance, 3 days a week.
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:
$67,800.00 - $87,300.00 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:
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 – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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