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The Sr. Demand Planning Specialist is responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts for assigned product categories. This role partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Production, and statistical modeling teams to analyze historical performance, market trends, customer behavior, and other key demand drivers.
The Sr. Specialist will translate data and business insights into actionable forecasts that support inventory optimization, production planning, and overall supply chain efficiency. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to communicate and influence across teams.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and maintain demand forecasts for assigned product categories using historical data, market trends, and input from Sales and Marketing.
- Analyze key demand drivers, including category trends, trade promotions, seasonality, retail consumption, distribution channels, and product performance.
- Partner with statistical modeling teams to enhance statistical forecasts and develop accurate base demand forecasts at the item, distribution center, and weekly level.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Production, and other cross-functional partners to gather insights and improve forecast accuracy.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior to identify potential changes in demand.
- Conduct regular forecast reviews and incorporate relevant business insights and assumptions.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Production teams to support optimal inventory levels while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Consider production capacity, distribution center constraints, and raw material availability when evaluating future demand.
- Identify and communicate demand-related risks and opportunities to key stakeholders.
- Provide regular reporting and analysis on forecast accuracy, demand trends, and key performance indicators.
- Continuously improve demand planning processes, forecasting methodologies, and systems.
- Support the development and adoption of supply chain best practices and foundational processes.
Education & Requirements- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data, market trends, and customer insights.
- Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and demand planning tools.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with employees and stakeholders across organizational levels.
- Ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across teams.
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong problem-solving and creative-thinking skills, particularly when addressing complex problems without a single clear solution.
Experience- 2+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Supply Chain, Analytics, Operations, or a related area.
- Experience working with ERP systems and demand planning software.
Key Skills- Demand Planning & Forecasting
- Advanced Analytics
- Statistical Forecasting
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Inventory & Supply Chain Planning
- Problem Solving
- Stakeholder Communication & Influence
- Continuous Improvement
Salary: $90,002.70 to $120,935.00 per year
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits
