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Title: Demand Planner III

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Develop unconstrained demand forecast models based on demand patterns, historical data, commercial intelligence and industry trends for the relevant portfolio on a monthly basis
• Align the unconstrained demand forecast (Item-Level & Aggregate) with the Business Unit, Commercial and Product Management teams
• Conduct the monthly demand review meetings with key stakeholders to gain concurrence on demand plan, review forecast assumptions and root cause for over/underperformance
• Align the demand plan with the manufacturing site planning team to ensure the right net demand to be loaded to the site and constrained supply plan could be developed
• Communicate constraints and allocations to the BU, customer and sales teams
• Manage the manual allocation process for day-to-day execution for constrained products
• Plan ramp up and ramp down scenarios for new product introductions and product discontinuations
• Measure and analyze forecast accuracy metrics to drive improvements
• Process ad-hoc request for data analysis as requested to support management decisions
• Lead / Participate in process improvement projects as required
• Provide input and recommendations in improving supply chain strategies, policies and practices to achieve Best-in-Class Supply Chain Management

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications/Characteristics:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or other analytical discipline is required
• A minimum of 5+ years of demand planning experience
• Strong analytical skills. Able to analyze and manipulate large sets of raw data, draw conclusions and develop actionable recommendations
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills to translate complex forecast approaches into terms clearly understood by various client groups including Senior Management
• Knowledge of S&OP principles and practices
• Strong in building relationships across various functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under heavy pressure and tight deadlines
• Ability to work well in a global organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; advanced MS Excel skills required. Knowledge of Stratum®, SAP, Power BI, Macola is a plus
• Ability to work independently, typically initiating own tasks with input/guidance from Manager and/or Director
• Able to deal with ambiguity
• Six Sigma / APICS Certification is a plus

This position has not been approved for relocation assistance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.