DEMAND PLANNER

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees, we know we have something special. Our people are energized problem solvers who take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

About the role

The Demand Planner position is an important role responsible for generating and managing the global demand signal used by downstream supply chain processes to prepare for actual customer demand. Along with using quantitative techniques to manage the baseline demand, the Demand Planner is the integration point for collecting, analyzing, and applying business intelligence from multiple sources. You will manage all facets of the monthly forecasting cycle for assigned products and provide leadership for improving best practice plans. You will report to the Manager, Demand Planning and have a hybrid schedule working in Milwaukee, WI.

Responsibilities

• Manage quantitative forecast elements by analyzing product demand patterns, trends, and seasonality to select the statistical models and parameters.
• Manage qualitative forecast elements by guiding collaboration to obtain relevant data and insights on demand.
• Contribute to new product planning initial forecast estimates; monitor the market response.
• Manage discontinued items; partner to provide a smooth, cost-effective phase-out.
• Monitor performance indicators and perform post-period analysis to determine main reasons for error and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead demand planning agreement efforts; confer with management on forecasting assumptions, analysis, and decisions.
• Prepare and maintain relevant reports about the demand planning process.
• Provide data and decision support analyses to partners.
• Work with peers and resources to develop and implement solutions to improve decisions related to demand planning.
• Provide demand-related input to supply counterparts to assist with decisions on strategies deployed, inventory levels, and stocking considerations.
• Participate as the demand expert for assigned projects for company programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job opening.)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in supply chain.
• Demonstrated proficiency in forecasting methods with an understanding of the financial and operational impacts.
• Ability to break down complex data (quantitative and qualitative) into manageable pieces to be used in the forecasting process.
• Propose new ideas and approaches and bring creative ideas to fruition.
• Conflict management skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP, APO, and MS Excel.

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule

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Pay

Base Salary Compensation: $84,880 - $127,320 with an annual target bonus of 5% of base salary.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: Employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.