Purpose StatementThe Demand Planner's responisbility is to develop strong statistical models and processes that support development of divisional demand plans while executing an Integrated Business Planning process with finance, purchasing, production and deployment of product.
Key Accountabilities and OutcomesProvide optimization of costs and service in support of company profitability plans
Understand variability of product categories and develop robust set of corresponding statistical models
Develop statistical processes to support development of long-range plans
Develop demand plans at the division, product, and location level
Conduct trend analysis and facilitate discussions with marketing and sales to drive consensus
Facilitates demand review and consensus meetings and supports development of Sales and Operations Planning decks
Utilizes accuracy and bias results to improve site level forecasts
Analyzes and reviews the divisional demand plans with Finance, Marketing and Sales
Ensures demand alignment with long term strategic plans
Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Supply Chain Management or related field, with 3+ years of statistical forecasting and supply chain experience
Professional certification preferred. (e.g.; APICS)
Statistical Forecasting and Model development
Knowledge of manufacturing, distribution and customer service
Strong written, interpersonal and presentation skills
Knowledge of Sales and Marketing functions preferred
Experience in Integrated Business Planning
Strong PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint (Access preferred) and advanced proficiency in Excel required
Strong Administrative skills and attention to detail
SAP or related systems experience preferred
Experience with advanced ERP planning systems (BW, SAP, APO) preferred
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COMPENSATIONIn accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.
Annual Range/Hourly Rate$78,009.00 - $105,542.00
BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.As a family-owned company, caring for our associates-their whole selves-is a top priority. That's why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:
- Competitive compensation
- Health & financial benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Family planning support
- Flexible work policy
- Associate resource groups
- Volunteering & community impact opportunities
- Holiday gatherings
- In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!
It's all part of how we support our family of associates.
Because in the company of family, all things are possible. 
