Scope of Position
The Demand Planner role is responsible for the forecasting activities associated with specific product groups and products. The position requires collaboration with key stakeholders to enhance statistical baseline forecasts in order to shape demand and help close gaps for achieving targets. This role is the key supply chain liaison regarding customer forecasts, alignment of plans and product availability.
This position reports to the Sr Manager, Demand & Capacity Planning.
This role is hybrid and is based in North Andover, MA.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Create demand forecasts for a 12-month rolling planning horizon by enriching the baseline statistical forecast with relevant input from Sales, Customers, Customer Project Managers, Supply/Operations, Marketing, Finance, and adjacent functions.
- Use and maintain the Statistical and Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool.
- Enter and modify data and ensure the correctness of the ERP and planning systems, product hierarchy.
- Review and analyze historical trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast analytics and evaluate forecast results.
- Lead conversations with key counterparts, propose forecast adjustments and drive and/or support all relevant functions in countermeasures to help close gaps.
- Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs.
- Prepare, understand, and distribute analytical reports related to forecast accuracy, inclusive of root cause analysis and impact on inventory, service levels and forward forecasts.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in demand management, project planning, and scheduling, and/or supply chain management with the ability to engage/influence functional leaders and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, forecasting, and forecasting methods, with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts.
- You must be a self-starter, thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment, possess excellent communication skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel with pivots and v-lookups).
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior Anaplan experience preferred but not required.
- APICS/IBF or other related certification preferred but not required.
General Applicable Company Competencies
- Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
- Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
- Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
- Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.
Working Conditions
While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the North Andover, MA location three days per week (Monday – Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday).
Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
- Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
- Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
- Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
Pay Range
The expected salary range for this position is $$81,000 - $87,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.
Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.
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Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
- Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
