Sr. Analyst, Demand Planning Job Details | Wella

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. The Sr. Analyst, Demand Planning role involves analyzing historical sales trends and integrating market activities to accurately predict customer demand, ensuring efficient procurement and delivery of products.
Responsibilities
• Maintain
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an accurate bottom-up 18-month rolling forecast for several sub-brands the SKU-Channel-DC Level using statistical modeling software
• Validate the system statistical forecast using methodology such as forecast reasonability, historical trends, and consumption modeling
• Analyze and validate information gathered from Sales and Marketing teams and execute value-added modifications to system generated forecast
• Maintain the system volumes in line with business targets
• Weekly demand control: assess in-month shipments and make forecast changes to help production and logistics planning
• Maintain and Execute accurate PIPO (Phase In & Phase Out) actions
• Represent demand planning in Step 1&2 of Brand SOP meetings to help deliver consensus management of the sales and operation plan
• Collaborate with Supply Planning/Production contacts – communicate significant forecast changes and what-if projections in line with operating strategy; review latest supply situation; and manage resulting forecast updates
Skills
• 4 year degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, or Business Management
• 2+ years of Demand, Supply, or Inventory Planning experience
• 2+ years working with multifunctional teams in CPG or retail environment
• Solid technical experience using planning software such as SAP, JDA, Logility, or Anaplan
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and quickly learn new processes
• Strong analytical ability with special attention to detail
• Intermediate Excel skills- can quickly analyze and communicate actionable results using charts, tables, and graphs; Experience in pivots, look-ups, and mathematical formulas
• Decisive, independent thinker who can identify unique solutions and execute
• Ability to multitask and quickly resolve issues
• Curious with an owner's mindset
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience in high sku count business
• Experience collaborating vertically and horizontally
• Intermediate skills in Power Point, Power BI
• Beauty Industry experience a plus
Benefits
• Annual bonus plan or variable pay, depending on the role
• Health insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
Company Overview
• Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, It was founded in 1880, and is headquartered in Geneva, Geneve, CHE, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.wellacompany.com/.
Company H1B Sponsorship
• Wella Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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