Demand Planner

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support - it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. Scope of Position The Demand Planner role is responsible for the forecasting activities associated with specific product groups and products. The position requires collaboration with key stakeholders to enhance statistical baseline forecasts in order to shape demand and help close gaps for achieving targets. This role is the key supply chain liaison regarding customer forecasts, alignment of plans and product availability. This position reports to the Sr Manager, Demand & Capacity Planning. This role is hybrid and is based in North Andover, MA. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Create demand forecasts for a 12-month rolling planning horizon by enriching the baseline statistical forecast with relevant input from Sales, Customers, Customer Project Managers, Supply/Operations, Marketing, Finance, and adjacent functions. Use and maintain the Statistical and Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool. Enter and modify data and ensure the correctness of the ERP and planning systems, product hierarchy. Review and analyze historical trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast analytics and evaluate forecast results. Lead conversations with key counterparts, propose forecast adjustments and drive and/or support all relevant functions in countermeasures to help close gaps. Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs. Prepare, understand, and distribute analytical reports related to forecast accuracy, inclusive of root cause analysis and impact on inventory, service levels and forward forecasts. Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in demand management, project planning, and scheduling, and/or supply chain management with the ability to engage/influence functional leaders and stakeholders. Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, forecasting, and forecasting methods, with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts. You must be a self-starter, thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment, possess excellent communication skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel with pivots and v-lookups). Preferred Qualifications Prior Anaplan experience preferred but not required. APICS/IBF or other related certification preferred but not required. General Applicable Company Competencies Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action. Working Conditions While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the North Andover, MA location three days per week (Monday – Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday). Physical Requirements : Specific physical abilities r…

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