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Demand Planner
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Kraft Heinz
Job Description This Demand Planner role is responsible for facilitating and driving the consensus process with cross‑functional groups to determine an accurate forecast of expected shipments by brand. The role must have a strong background in data analytics and a passion for cross‑functional collaboration to support KHC’s digital transformation and Demand Planning vision.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance to understand programs, new product introductions, pricing changes, promotions, and events to meet customer demand
Facilitate the monthly consensus process to develop a forecast that meets Supply Chain service, inventory, and losses goals
Track weekly and monthly forecast error to identify contributing factors and adjust the necessary item and/or DC levels
Perform brand and item mix analysis and provide insights to facilitate volume discussions
Become a brand volume expert by understanding consumption and shipment trends in addition to category and industry dynamics
Partner with supply planning to understand supply chain implications of forecast changes
Perform o9 maintenance to eliminate exception errors and increase forecast accuracy
Responsible for 2‑year forecast by month, by demand forecasting unit in the forecasting system used for manufacturing and deployment planning
Continuous improvement to the forecasting process to minimize forecast error
Share best practices among planners
Qualifications
At least 2 years of experience in demand planning/forecasting or integrated planning functions
Relevant experience or classroom knowledge in logistics, demand planning/forecasting, supply planning, or other supply chain functions
Proficiency in Excel and analytics required
Preferred APS knowledge (o9, JDA, or similar)
MS Office (Access, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote)
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $97,300.00 Bonus: Performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Benefits
Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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Demand Planner
role at
Kraft Heinz
Job Description This Demand Planner role is responsible for facilitating and driving the consensus process with cross‑functional groups to determine an accurate forecast of expected shipments by brand. The role must have a strong background in data analytics and a passion for cross‑functional collaboration to support KHC’s digital transformation and Demand Planning vision.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance to understand programs, new product introductions, pricing changes, promotions, and events to meet customer demand
Facilitate the monthly consensus process to develop a forecast that meets Supply Chain service, inventory, and losses goals
Track weekly and monthly forecast error to identify contributing factors and adjust the necessary item and/or DC levels
Perform brand and item mix analysis and provide insights to facilitate volume discussions
Become a brand volume expert by understanding consumption and shipment trends in addition to category and industry dynamics
Partner with supply planning to understand supply chain implications of forecast changes
Perform o9 maintenance to eliminate exception errors and increase forecast accuracy
Responsible for 2‑year forecast by month, by demand forecasting unit in the forecasting system used for manufacturing and deployment planning
Continuous improvement to the forecasting process to minimize forecast error
Share best practices among planners
Qualifications
At least 2 years of experience in demand planning/forecasting or integrated planning functions
Relevant experience or classroom knowledge in logistics, demand planning/forecasting, supply planning, or other supply chain functions
Proficiency in Excel and analytics required
Preferred APS knowledge (o9, JDA, or similar)
MS Office (Access, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote)
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $97,300.00 Bonus: Performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Benefits
Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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