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Visual Comfort & Co. Position Summary:
Demand Planner is responsible for all forecasting activities associated with products and customers. Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their assigned products, incorporating forecast information gathered from sales, product management, and new product development. Additionally, this position will also be responsible for maintaining a strong partnership with domestic and international vendors through the PO management lifecycle process. The Demand Planner will be expected to lead the Demand Review meetings and establish an unconstrained consensus forecast as well as preparing for and leading the S&OP process. Position Summary:
Demand Planner is responsible for all forecasting activities associated with products and customers. Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their assigned products, incorporating forecast information gathered from sales, product management, and new product development. Additionally, this position will also be responsible for maintaining a strong partnership with domestic and international vendors through the PO management lifecycle process. The Demand Planner will be expected to lead the Demand Review meetings and establish an unconstrained consensus forecast as well as preparing for and leading the S&OP process.
Responsibilities:
Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation. Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and prepare forecast data. Develop statistical forecast models and evaluate forecast results. Interact with sales, product management, and new product development teams to understand demand forecast drivers. Utilize a collaborative approach to ensure current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts. Prepare Reporting Packages for different Business Segments. Lead the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Develop, maintain, and evaluate metrics, dashboards, reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Monitor and request supplier expedites according to planning and demand schedules; primary contact for assigned vendors. Review the system-generated MRP and various other reports to generate and track purchase orders based on item demand. Issue and update purchase orders/dates with domestic and/or international vendors. Extract and integrate data from multiple sources using tools such as Microsoft Excel. Utilize Business Intelligence tools for ad hoc analysis and reporting. Analyze data to provide detailed analysis supporting decision-making initiatives. Ability to convert strategic planning into tactical execution. Research, implement, and maintain best practices in demand planning.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. 2 years of professional experience as an Analyst in Sales, Business, or Operations analysis in manufacturing or distribution. Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and JDE Oracle ERP system software. Strong skills in SQL, data warehousing, and forecasting methodologies. Ability to deliver organized presentations to business partners. Strong understanding of Business Analytics and Reporting principles. Demonstrated ability to define problems, research, collect data, and analyze business information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of JDE Business software.
We Provide:
Competitive Compensation Package Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. 401(k) Employer Match. Paid Time Off Programs Comprehensive Benefits Package. Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products.
Compensation Range starting at $75,000
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Demand Planner
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Visual Comfort & Co. Join to apply for the
Demand Planner
role at
Visual Comfort & Co. Position Summary:
Demand Planner is responsible for all forecasting activities associated with products and customers. Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their assigned products, incorporating forecast information gathered from sales, product management, and new product development. Additionally, this position will also be responsible for maintaining a strong partnership with domestic and international vendors through the PO management lifecycle process. The Demand Planner will be expected to lead the Demand Review meetings and establish an unconstrained consensus forecast as well as preparing for and leading the S&OP process. Position Summary:
Demand Planner is responsible for all forecasting activities associated with products and customers. Demand Planner creates and maintains forecast models for their assigned products, incorporating forecast information gathered from sales, product management, and new product development. Additionally, this position will also be responsible for maintaining a strong partnership with domestic and international vendors through the PO management lifecycle process. The Demand Planner will be expected to lead the Demand Review meetings and establish an unconstrained consensus forecast as well as preparing for and leading the S&OP process.
Responsibilities:
Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation. Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and prepare forecast data. Develop statistical forecast models and evaluate forecast results. Interact with sales, product management, and new product development teams to understand demand forecast drivers. Utilize a collaborative approach to ensure current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts. Prepare Reporting Packages for different Business Segments. Lead the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Develop, maintain, and evaluate metrics, dashboards, reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Monitor and request supplier expedites according to planning and demand schedules; primary contact for assigned vendors. Review the system-generated MRP and various other reports to generate and track purchase orders based on item demand. Issue and update purchase orders/dates with domestic and/or international vendors. Extract and integrate data from multiple sources using tools such as Microsoft Excel. Utilize Business Intelligence tools for ad hoc analysis and reporting. Analyze data to provide detailed analysis supporting decision-making initiatives. Ability to convert strategic planning into tactical execution. Research, implement, and maintain best practices in demand planning.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. 2 years of professional experience as an Analyst in Sales, Business, or Operations analysis in manufacturing or distribution. Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and JDE Oracle ERP system software. Strong skills in SQL, data warehousing, and forecasting methodologies. Ability to deliver organized presentations to business partners. Strong understanding of Business Analytics and Reporting principles. Demonstrated ability to define problems, research, collect data, and analyze business information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of JDE Business software.
We Provide:
Competitive Compensation Package Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. 401(k) Employer Match. Paid Time Off Programs Comprehensive Benefits Package. Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products.
Compensation Range starting at $75,000
site
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Visual Comfort & Co. by 2x Get notified about new Demand Planner jobs in
Skokie, IL . Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$105,000.00 2 days ago Greater Chicago Area $63,000.00-$95,700.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $80,400.00-$120,600.00 4 days ago Northbrook, IL $55,000.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks ago Highwood, IL $55,000.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks ago Deerfield, IL $56,000.00-$84,700.00 3 days ago Rosemont, IL $78,654.40-$98,318.00 1 week ago Supply Chain Planner (On-site) - Northbrook, IL
Northbrook, IL $85,000.00-$98,000.00 1 week ago Demand Planner - Electronics and General Merchandise
Addison, IL $80,000.00-$90,000.00 1 month ago Lake Forest, IL $97,300.00-$194,700.00 4 days ago Senior Planner, Supply Chain - Demand Canada
Chicago, IL $71,000.00-$96,000.00 1 week ago Global Supply Planner – End to End (Pharmaceutical manufacturing)
North Chicago, IL $82,500.00-$157,500.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $73,900.00-$101,650.00 8 hours ago Chicago, IL $113,740.00-$150,647.20 3 days ago Rosemont, IL $65,400.00-$81,750.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $182,820.00-$242,178.20 1 week ago Supply Chain Inventory Planner, Full Time, Days
Chicago, IL $64,300.00-$85,700.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $85,580.00-$113,451.80 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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