Supply Chain Analyst (Demand Planning)

Position: Supply Chain Analyst (Demand Planning)

Openings: 01

Working Hours: US Eastern Time Zone (5pm PKT till 2am PKT)

Excellent English Communication Skills are the MUST

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform the role of a Demand Planning (DP) Analyst, assisting in all DP duties including estimating future product demand, promotional uplifts, analyzing inventory flow and developing forecast models
• Plan, schedule, monitor and own assigned CPFR (collaborative, planning, forecasting and replenishment) activities for key accounts
• Design, provide analysis and communication with internal and external stakeholders on KPIs and initiate appropriate corrective action
• Develop deep understanding of customer, product mix and promotional trend performance
• Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns
• Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy
• Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to key stakeholders
• Conduct weekly forecast maintenance
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner
• Identify and generate reporting to manage various unique forecasts and identify exceptions
• Proactively root cause forecast errors and adjust models accordingly
• Prepare forecast and present findings in S&OE setting
• Work with large data sets and follow established processes for both importing and exporting data into systems
• Train new analysts on system and processes as needed

• Work collaboratively in cross functional environment to develop and test forecasting tools
• Review generated forecast output and provide input on how to adjust model settings
• Ability to work in both group and autonomous settings
• Develop and document SOPs
  
  Qualifications Needed:
  
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a demand planning/forecasting role
• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
• Collaborative problem-solver
• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Must be proficient in customer language requirements in both written and oral form
• Must be willing to work customer required business hours
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new software and concepts
• Strong user of Excel with core understanding of Microsoft Office 365 systems
• Python, SQL, etc. experience a plus
• Experience using forecasting software
• Experience working with different industries