Demand Planning Manager
On-siteCharlotte, North Carolina, United States or Morrisville, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Consolidate an 18-month rolling Demand & margin/mix plan for the Analytics segment in Americas and Europe while representing the Demand Planning function in the M&CS SIOP process. Lead monthly Pre-DRM and DRM activities, coordinate the demand planning process, and provide integrated understanding through critiques and analyses. Partner with commercial and finance teams to gain consensus on demand plans and alignment between SIOP and financial planning processes. Facilitate strategic decisions on issue resolution, gap closing, and continuous improvement of the Demand Planning process by actively searching for opportunities to streamline existing workflows. This role requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of supply chain experience in a global company, with Oliver Wight/APICS certification preferred. The position is based in the Americas or Europe, offers a competitive salary, and does not provide visa sponsorship. You will work up to 10% travel and have the opportunity to contribute to Xylem's global water solutions through our Volunteer Program.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (e.g. supply chain, finance)
- Minimum 5+ years relevant supply chain experience for a Global international company
- Oliver Wight / APICS Certification (or comparable)
- Demonstrated Leadership & Strategic development
- Excellent English skills
- Knowledge and experience of lean manufacturing, CI, and/or six sigma tools & concepts
- Excellent analytical and presentation skills
- Highly proficient in Excel and ERP planning systems
- Ability to translate business and financial goals into action plans
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels from manufacturing floor to Executive
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a rapidly changing stressful environment
- Change agent and ability to think creatively and look forward
- Ability to work independently and to travel (up to 10%)
- Ability to focus, prioritize and deliver results quickly
- Advanced analytical skills and ability to present results in a clear and simple manner
- Capable of working with multiple projects simultaneously
- Capable of working in a team environment involving multiple cultures
- Strong knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and their contribution to overall company targets
- Keeps updated on world current events (general, customer, competitors)
- Willing and flexible to accept new challenges
Desired Qualifications
- Other languages is a plus
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