Demand Planning Analyst

The Demand Planning Analyst will implement best in class forecasting methodologies; be responsible for demand management and inventory deployment/allocation; and play an integral part in the overall demand and capacity planning process which requires cross collaboration management. They will use a variety of resources, systems, and assumptions to prepare and continuously update unit level forecast and supply/inventory plans. They will interact with the complete end to end supply chain, collaborating with key customers, internal sales, and operations personnel.  The Demand Planning Analyst will also provide financial support by developing and maintaining P&L statements in partnership with the Finance and the Accounting teams, for business decisions impacting Asset Disposition operations. Provide senior management with short term and long-term outlook of liquidation profitability.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Utilize historical order and shipment data, current POS, inventory, device lifecycle data, and information from stakeholders and promotional activity information to develop, continuously update, and improve demand plans for existing products

• Develop a rolling 12 - 24 month demand forecast at the SKU level for various sales channels

• Consolidate demand plans at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time periods

• Interact with multiple departments, including, but not limited to: Sales, Operational Managers, Production, Customer Service, Finance and Logistics to optimize inventory allocation and escalate forecast changes/variances which may pose an inventory/business risk

• Measure established key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide recommendations/alternative courses of action to improve performance

• Perform financial cost analysis, activity tracking and forecast/ budget preparation

• Provide profit control KPI’s and dashboards for management review and decision making

• Understand variance analysis of key metrics and early identification of risks and opportunities

• Validation, tracking and reporting of initiatives savings, including the analysis and explanation of discrepancies

• Review and analyze substantial amounts of data and use to solve problems

• Data and report automation to drive improved and efficient profitability analysis

• Track forecast vs. actual volume to determine and minimize root causes of forecast error

• Report monthly forecast error with causal analysis and action plans to improve

• Work collaboratively with internal customers to continually improve upon demand plan

• Provide regular reports to management on current and projected inventory levels, and program performance

• Propose methods and ideas to improve the forecasting and planning systems

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• BS in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, Operations. Mathematics or Management

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a demand planning, forecasting or supply chain management

• Has ability to adapt to the changing needs of a project (flexibility/versatility)

• Data handling skills utilizing Excel (advanced level), SQL, PowerBI, and Tableau

• Ability to create/present Senior Level Tableau/PowerBi/PowerPoint views to monitor business performance

• Expert modeling skills

• Proficient in forecasting or statistical software

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with internal teams

• Team player that can work in a complex and fast paced environment

• Experience identifying, evaluating, and reconciling data discrepancies

• Ability to utilize dynamic tools in comprehensive decision-making.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to understand complex business processes

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

• Shows initiative in gaining in-depth experience in areas of technology relevant to Mobile devices.

• A high degree of motivation and a self-starting attitude with a desire to thrive on new challenges and to take on additional responsibility.

• Attention to detail and accuracy of work

• Willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, tight deadlines, ambiguity, and rapid change

• Inquisitive nature and ability to seek out information.

• Demonstrates competent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to interact with and build productive working relations with various functions is essential

• Proven knowledge and proficiency in forecast modeling platforms and tools

• Improving forecasting processes and systems

• Working knowledge of all facets of demand forecasting, sales forecasting, and corporate sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes

• Progressive experience in planning, forecasting, and business analytics

What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?  

General office demands  

Pay Range:

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

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