Sr. Demand Planner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in business or supply chain related field
• APICS Certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of supply chain related experience, preferably in a complex manufacturing environment

• Deep system and planning knowledge
• Utilizes knowledge of the organization's business model and operations to drive projects and analyzes that support the organization's mission
• Guides others to collect information and analyze complex daa and business problems; identifies trends and uses data driven insights to make recommendations
• Mentors others in decision modeling and the process of linking data, knowledge and insights together, consdiers risks that will impat timing of decisions to ensure the ost beneficial decision is made
• Moves others toward a position, with or without authority, by communicating expertise and a compelling rationale
• Facilitates collaboration with different stakeholders with varied perspectives to develop effective solutions to issues
• Applies advanced statistical methods or formulas to solve problems and analyze situations in the most efficient manner (e.g. hypothesis testing and estimation, confidence intervals, chi-quare tests, nonparametrics statistics, analysis of variance, regression, correlation, decision theory0; coaches others on utilizing the best statistical techniques to solve problems
• Enjoys tackling new challenges and seizing the opportunity to deliver results through hard work
• Efficiently and effectively communicates information to promote collaboration and HPT
• Able to convey ideas clearly and succinctly through written communication
• Effecitvely manages their time to deliver work efficiently
• Persistent and determined in the face of adversity
• Demonstrates effective prioritization skills in an environment with many competing demands
• Applies superior critical thinking skills to identify solutions to difficult problems
• Comfortable and effective in presenting to and closely working with senior leadership
• Naturally takes the lead in challenging circumstances and provides needed direction even on unpopular issues
• Proficiently establishes and continuously improves processes to deliver optimal organizational value
• Demonstrated ability to work independenly on routine assignments
• Ability to demonstrate a work ethic consistent with WWT's Core Values
• The position is required to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on doing whatever it takes to get the job done and deliver customer delight
• The nature of the role requires an ability to deliver high quality, thorough and accurate work on deadlines through successful navigation of shifting customer requirements and competing organizational demands

**Some WWT customers have a Covid-19 vaccine requirement. In order to work on projects for these customers, employees must be fully vaccinated or have an appropriate religious or medical accomodation.**

World Wide Technology, Inc. offers excellent benefits and competitive compensation. Visit our company web page at www.wwt.com for more information.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is more than a commitment at WWT - it is the foundation of what we do. Through diverse networks and pipelines, we have a clear vision: to create a Great Place to Work for All. We believe inclusion includes U. Be who U are at WWT!

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Sr. Demand Planner

Why WWT?

Fueled by creativity and ideation, World Wide Technology strives to accelerate our growth and nurture future innovation. From our world class culture, to our generous benefits, to developing cutting edge technology solutions, WWT constantly works towards its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is a great place to work. We encourage our employees to embrace collaboration, get creative and think outside the box when it comes to delivering some of the most advanced technology solutions for our customers.

At a glance, WWT was founded in 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ over 9,000 individuals and closed nearly $17 Billion in revenue. We have an inclusive culture and believe our core values are the key to company and employee success. WWT is proud to announce that it has been named on the FORTUNE "100 Best Places to Work For®" list for the 12th consecutive year!

Want to work with highly motivated individuals that come together to form high performance team? Come join WWT today!

We are looking for a Sr. Demand Plannerto work remote-nationwide with preferred locations in MO, IL, TN, TX.

Job Summary

A Senior Demand Planner is responsible for spearheading forecasting activities associated with complex or strategic regions. Reporting to a leader within Planning, an individual will create and maintain forecast models, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from program management, sales, and other sources while analyzing trends to assist in operational decisions. This individual also applies a continuous improvement mindset to make recommendations on process and/or system enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes forecast data, develops, and maintains demand plan for highly complex and strategic regions.
• Coaches others to draw reasonable forecasting conclusions based on past and present data and interpretation of the impact of prevailing trends.
• Coaches others on how to utilize resources to maximize performance; modifies reports and tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Forecasts the probable demand for the organization's products by considering historical data and prevailing trends.
• Provides assistance in translating demand foreasts into plans for production, inventory, distribution, and buying
• Supports solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
• Takes a self-driven approach to solving problems and improving WWT's demand management processes.
• Coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales assumptions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand demand forecast drivers.
• Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies.
• Provide input on long term capacity needs.
• Manages demand regions that require advanced planning skills.
• Collaborate across all planning phases to drive HPT.