Demand Planner

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Job Description and Activity Details * Develop demand forecasts (operational forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function. * Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results . * Coordinate cross\-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions. * Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach by working with sales, marketing, and customer finance to understand demand forecast drivers and ensure all data is considered in final forecast. * Use and maintain the Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool. * Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase\-outs. * Closely coordinate and communicate customer action plans with supply planning. * Generate statistical and/or calculated forecasts using available forecast tools. * Use and execute statistical forecast modeling techniques and software. * Review resulting statistical forecast model and select best fit forecast model. * Apply error analysis techniques to improve forecasting and reduce forecast error. * Review sales plans, customer finance Budget Updates or Latest Estimates and demand drivers. * Achieve consensus for operational demand forecasts by facilitating a collaborative planning process with sales, marketing and finance departments. * Provide input to volume planning (Latest Estimates/annual process) and facilitate/manage demand planning/customer meetings. * Maintain demand planning system and software; enter/modify data ensuring correct product hierarchy and monitor trends in forecast error. * Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planning process. * Work on special projects as assigned. Experience and Requirements * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. * 3\-5 years of previous Forecast, Demand Planning and Demand Execution experience. * 2\-3 years of ERP/MRP experience, Oracle and Demantra preferred. * 2\-3 years of experience in the Medical Device industry in Customer Service, Supply Chain, and/or Inside Sales. * Proven track record of improving overall efficiencies, reducing scrap cost and leading teams to effect positive change within the organization. * APICS or other forecasting Certification preferred. * Strong written and verbal communication in both English/Spanish. * ONLY APPLICATIONS THAT MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEW. Benefits * Benefits in accordance with the Federal Labor Law (LFT) **Number of vacancies** 1 **Department** Planning **Employment type** Permanent **Work arrangement** Remote work **Shift** Day shift **Working hours** Full time **Education** Bachelor's degree with professional title **English proficiency** Spoken: 95%, Written: 95% **Willingness to travel** No