Demand Planning Analyst

SharkNinja is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst for its NA business. The Demand Planning Analyst role is responsible for delivering a highly reliable forecast and driving speed to insights in order to deliver the best service to our customers at the lowest cost. This role is also responsible for identifying opportunities for process and tool improvement; this role may be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:

The ideal candidate will build demand forecasting experience in organizations known for highly reliable forecasts and best-in-class supply chains. This Demand Planning Analyst must be a proactive, action-oriented individual with the ability to quickly solve problems. This individual must have a burning desire to “Positively Impact People’s Lives”.

• Drive business results by conducting demand forecasting and analysis based on historical data, market trends and customer inputs. Identify anomalies in forecasting model and make recommendation to improve forecast quality.
• Partner with Commercial Sales, Trade Marketing, Brand Marketing and Finance to gather relevant data and incorporate it into demand planning process. Maintain demand planning model & tool, utilizing statistical techniques and software applications.
• Collaborate with Supply Planning team to ensure optimal inventory levels and minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Assess demand risk and opportunities, provide recommendations for mitigating risks.
• Be part of the transformation by partnering with leadership to develop and lead implementation of supply chain planning process to future improve the supply chain and drive enhanced planning maturity. Develop a culture of accountability around maintaining key supply chain inputs that reflect actual performance as it exists in the current state.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years proven experience in demand planning or supply chain experience.
• Successful track record of developing reliable forecasts that incorporate baseline modeling, event lift, attachment rates on consumables, pricing elasticity, new product launches, retailer insights, and competitive activities.
• Experience with JDA/ERP or demand planning system is required.
• Strong analytical skills and proven experience in using data (KPIs) in a measurable way to achieve targeted results that are relevant to the organization.
• Experience with demand modeling, demand shaping, and allocation.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, attention to accuracy & ability to reconcile various data elements.
• Strong business and financial acumen with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to risk management.
• Demonstrated capability of partnering with and influencing across functions, including, but not limited to, Commercial Sales, Category Management, and Finance.
• Operate with a strong work ethic and an unrelenting resolve to follow through and meet commitments.
• A demonstrated willingness to learn, roll-up their sleeves and set an example for the team as a “doer.”
• Unpretentious confidence. Communicate transparently – listen actively and speak respectfully.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and comfort working in a dynamic, fun, fast-paced environment.
• Experience in consumer products industry is a plus.
• Experience with both B2B and D2C a plus.