Sr. Analyst, Demand Planning

Scotts Miracle-Gro

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply! At Scotts Miracle-Gro we think people are like plants....in the right place you will grow and flourish. Are you an advocate of making the world a more beautiful place by inspiring others, championing new ideas and being intellectually curious? Are you not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty? If so, then we want you as part of our Scotts family...the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden care products! We’re looking for a Demand Planner who will grow at our Marysville, OH corporate headquarters. The Sr. Analyst, Demand Planning will lead and execute the demand planning process for the designated products and drive improvement in forecast error; work with Marketing and lead Brand Consensus; resolve demand-related questions by troubleshooting and working with other functions; drive improvement in forecast error by analyzing existing processes and making recommendations for improvement; drive tracking of performance of new items. In this role you will: -Create and monitor forecasts in JDA for all customers. This includes but is not limited to: correct set-up and data integrity within JDA, reviewing and correcting JDA exceptions and consumption issues, executing demand planning calendar tasks on time, attend and provide input on calls, understand statistical modeling and how user input impacts the forecast, and review daily consumption and take corrective action/research. -Provide one point of contact for all forecasting related questions from other functions, and utilize troubleshooting skills to work with other functions to correct any issues. -Collaborate with business development teams to incorporate customer specific information into the forecast. -Drive cross functional Consensus Meetings to review rolled up forecasts across each customer. -Proactively communicate known forecast changes on items and work to close operational vs. financial forecast gaps. -Be the subject matter expert on your item level data and forecasts. -Work on POS trend analysis, category analysis, volatility and forecast error history on items. -Track performance of new items across all customers. Drive improvement in new item processes and forecast error. -Drive continuous improvement by examining existing demand planning processes and making recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in Demand Planning in retail or consumer products
• Experience and working knowledge of SAP, JDA or similar demand planning systems
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access and Excel
• Effectively partner cross-functionally within the organization
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and statistical skills

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of JDA Demand Planning
• Experience working within a manufacturing CPG company

Responsibilities

• Create and monitor forecasts in JDA for all customers.
• Provide one point of contact for all forecasting related questions from other functions, and utilize troubleshooting skills to work with other functions to correct any issues.
• Collaborate with business development teams to incorporate customer specific information into the forecast.
• Drive cross functional Consensus Meetings to review rolled up forecasts across each customer.
• Proactively communicate known forecast changes on items and work to close operational vs. financial forecast gaps.
• Be the subject matter expert on your item level data and forecasts.
• Work on POS trend analysis, category analysis, volatility and forecast error history on items.
• Track performance of new items across all customers. Drive improvement in new item processes and forecast error.
• Drive continuous improvement by examining existing demand planning processes and making recommendations for improvement.

Benefits

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs. Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.
• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.
• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level