Demand Planning Manager

3 weeks ago

Des Plaines, United States HARIBO of America Full time

As HARIBO continues to grow, we are adding the Demand Planning Manager to our corporate office team. The Demand Planning Manager will own the long-term demand planning process for finished goods and lead demand planning reviews as part of the S&OP process. Reporting up to the Sr. Director of Revenue Management, Sales, & Demand Planning, the Demand Planning Manager role will oversee daily operations of the Demand Planning function for HARIBO of America, leading a small and lean Demand Planning team, and will work very closely with leaders in the Sales/Business Development teams throughout the HARIBO of America organization.

Located on-site at the HARIBO of America corporate office in Rosemont, Illinois, the Demand Planning Manager responsibilities include sales forecasting, analyzing historical sales data and current market conditions, assess the current situation monthly and revise forecasts, manage gaps in forecasting by identifying opportunities and partnering with our Sales organization and Supply Chain teams, lead Demand Planning reviews and reporting, present to senior leaders within HARIBO, and oversee the daily operations of the Demand Planning function within HARIBO of America.

The original and iconic Goldbears, created in 1922, have delighted kids and grown-ups for over 100 years Our associates are our most valuable asset.  At HARIBO of America we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employee stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a positive work life balance. We provide fully paid health insurance premiums and generous HSA contribution, 11 paid Holiday plus Paid Time Off/PTO, competitive 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer community involvement opportunities and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily operations of the Demand Planning function within HARIBO of America

  • Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends, consumption patterns, and competitive activities and subsequently implement solutions to improve the accuracy of demand forecasting

  • Lead the demand review as a key step of the Sales and Operations Planning ( S & OP ) at HARIBO of America

  • Lead and coordinate the sales plan process for both the annual operating plan and quarterly targets. Ensure that customer targets are in line with business expectations and customer’s strategy

  • Recommend and implement solutions to improve demand forecasting accuracy

  • Identify opportunities and gaps in demand planning forecasts and partner with internal teams including our Sales/Business Development teams and Supply Chain team

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of business experience with financial analysis and data management

  • Experience using Demand Planning and/or Sales forecasting technology tools and techniques

  • Demonstrate advanced skills within Microsoft Excel

  • Experience utilizing sales forecasting systems and software

  • Experience identifying opportunities and gaps in demand planning forecasts and partnering with internal teams including our Sales/Business Development teams and Supply Chain team

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Statistics, Supply Chain, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience specifically with the CPG, Consumer Packaged Goods industry within Demand Planning, Supply Chain, or Finance roles 

  • Prior experience with SAP helpful but not required

  • Strong verbal and written communication, ability to present to leaders across the organization

  • Experience with the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process

  • Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally 

  • Master’s Degree / MBA

The Happy World of HARIBO is more than a business; we’re family. We always have been, since our founding in 1920. For the last 100 years, while we’ve expanded internationally and created over 1,000 confectionery treats, we’ve known our talented Associates are behind our greatest successes. That’s why we’re committed to investing in their growth, development and career opportunities.

At HARIBO, you’re empowered to charter your own path with mentoring and support from colleagues throughout the business. We encourage you to try new things, think of possibilities and aim higher – all while having fun delivering moments of childlike happiness to our gummi fans in the U.S.

Our core values and focus on long-term success continue to guide the way we do business every day. Our success story is rooted in our teams, and giving them the autonomy, support and freedom to make the best decisions for our consumers, customers and each other.

We give back to the places where we live and work. We listen to our consumers and get excited about innovation. We encourage diverse schools of thought and nurture inclusivity. We work to inspire joy through sweet treats that are fun to share. Want to know more about us? Please visit Haribo.com.

We’d love to hear more about you.

What can you expect?

You will be part of a successful family-run company with core values that is growing internationally faster than ever before. We nurture long-term associate relationships, work-life blend, rich learning environment, and a tangible impact in the company's success.

ABOUT YOU:

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact with your work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a people-person with a passion for forecasting? Does working in growing organization excite you? If the answer is yes, then this is the job for you Working at HARIBO inspires childlike happiness through the impactful work, dedication, and passion for our brand. Come join our team, where our associates are our greatest asset

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email careers-us@Haribo.com.

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