Demand Planning Analyst I

WHO WE ARE

We’re Talking Rain, and we’re so much more than water. We build flavorful brands, like Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice +Caffeine, Sparkling Ice +Energy, Talking Rain Waters, and AQA pH waters. We're creating connections with every sip!

When it comes to success, we know we’re only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company.

Our Rain Makers are our most important asset. That’s why we invest in them with ⁠benefits and development opportunities that reflect just how much we value them. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Right product. Right place. Right time. Our agile, efficient, committed Supply Chain team brings to life innovative solutions.

In this highly visible role, you’ll manage forecasting and analytics for our Club Channel Customers (4), and our International customer (currently 1). This role will also work with our Marketing team to assume full responsibility for new product forecasting assumptions and rollup. In addition to this, you will be trained to utilize our forecasting tool, Anaplan, to ensure data accuracy, analyze projects, optimize for accuracy, and develop cross-functional communication for alignment. If you’re data-driven and love making insights actionable, this is the opportunity for you.

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Planning

Direct Reports: None

Location: Hybrid at our Preston, WA office 3+ days a week

*Life happens and we know it. In-office days and hours are dependent on department and business needs, so as long as you’re honest about your needs, we will do what we can to support when things pop up.

Annual Bonus Potential: 7% - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.

Base Salary: $80,000 - $98,000 (depending on experience)

Note: New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

• Responsible for the overall statistical forecast accuracy for the customers listed above including the development and maintenance of the baseline statistical forecast using the Demand Planning software for the associated customer items.

• Manage agreed-upon adjustments/overrides to the statistical forecasts based on market intelligence and feedback in partnership with Marketing and Sales gained through meetings that you will own on a regular monthly cadence.

• Assist in the development of forecasts for full product lifecycles, including new product launches and expansions.

• Develop and distribute timely forecast reporting for all stakeholders throughout each month.

• Will support additional product category forecasting as needed.

• Will assume forecasting responsibilities for smaller product lines|groups after Club and Canada forecasting, as well as Amazon analysis, have established regular monthly cadences.

• Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are followed at all times, notifying the immediate manager of any food safety and/or quality issues.

• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.

• Minimum of three (3) years of demand forecasting experience.

• Mathematical, statistical and analytical skills.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite; advanced in Excel (pivot tables, VBA SQL) preferred.

• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and demand forecasting tools, Anaplan preferred.

• Microsoft Dynamics NAV and report writing database tools experience a plus.

• Ability to travel up to 5%, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special assignments.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Rain Makers are people who are accountable, curious, and inclusive.

We hold ourselves accountable and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results.

Rain Makers don’t wait for answers – we go find them. Curiosity is part of what makes us so successful. Sometimes we push back, productively challenging the status quo.

We promote inclusivity. Valuing communication and respect, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. We are an approachable bunch, building and fostering relationships with people of all backgrounds.

WHAT WE OFFER
Nothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks, and we want to equip our Rain Makers with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...

• Three Weeks of Vacation. And that’s just to start! Spend some time with us, and you’ll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!

• Six Weeks of Paid Parental Leave. Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.

• Flexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it’s intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.

• Relocation: Relocation Available (when available)

• Onsite and Hybrid Employees: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive $0.25 per mile.

• 401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.

• Fitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.

  • Employees may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.

• Medical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!

• Vehicle Program –

  • Field Sales Specialist – Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate

  • Field Sales Managers and Market Managers – Company car or vehicle stipend included!

  • Regional Sales Managers and Sales Directors – We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.

Please note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30+ hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.

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