Demand Planner

Job DescriptionDemand Planner - Kennesaw, GAThis is a full-time, exempt position.The key purpose of this role is to develop accurate demand plans and scenarios by improving the statistical forecast baseline, gathering and merging insights from Sales, and facilitating discussions to reach consensus on future demand.Responsibilities:Maintains any statistical models used for demand planningGenerates statistical forecast, calculates forecast error, bias, and value add and drives action plans to improve forecast accuracyWorks closely with commercial/sales to acquire necessary demand signals and forecastGathers necessary inputs for the demand review meetingsFacilitates demand review meetings and acts as subject matter expert for forecast, demand, and product outlooks for the businessReviews monetized financial impactIdentifies demand risks and makes recommendations on ways to close gapsWorks with supply and production teams to balance supply/demand imbalancesUnderstands production capabilities and capacities as part of overall demand planDrives improvement processes and sustainability across supply chain.Skills Required:2 or more years of experience in demand planning. Experience in a "made to order" environment is a plus.APICS or CSCMP certifications a plusStatistical analysisDemand forecasting techniquesUnderstanding of the end-to-end S&OP and S&OE processAbility to work with large datasetsComfortable with facilitating meetings and driving consensusCritical thinking skillsProblem solving skills Data modelingAbility to effectively communicate complex ideasWork to deadlinesManage conflictDrive completion of action plans through informal influence Education Requirements:Bachelor's Degree Required. Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or Engineering preferred.Excited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. "AJCIND"REF: 82792BRAbout ADMAt ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and InclusionADM.Benefits and Perks Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including: Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable). Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection. Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares). Additional benefits include: Paid time off including paid holidays. Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave. Tuition assistance. Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs. *Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.