Demand Planning Analyst

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. Reporting directly to the Associate Demand Planning Manager, you will be responsible for managing and adhering to the systems and processes that support the Demand Management for all Sonoco RPCNA plants. As a key member of the supply chain team, you will have the responsibility of developing a long-term demand plan through the S&OP process and supporting the customer teams on the short to mid-term plans. By leveraging statistical forecasting, cross-functional inputs, and analytical skills, this role will measure our success of the plan by utilizing available tools and key metrics. What You’ll Be Doing Creation of the “Consensus Forecast” using demand pillars (sales forecast, statistical forecast, customer forecast) and balancing the interests of Sales and OperationsEvaluation and monitoring of different forecast sets (consensus forecast, sales forecast, statistical forecast), and make recommendations for improvementRegular collaboration with Sales to continuously update and optimize the consensus forecastComparison of targets with actual business results, gap analysis of production and sales quantitiesPreparation and review of demand related reports, analysis and KPIsUnderstand financial expectations for customers in revenue and units; discuss and communicate gaps that existContribution direction to maximize demand planning metrics (forecast accuracy, bias) and demonstrate the correlation to business performance byIdentifying and deploying repeatable demand planning processesDemonstrating the business impact and benefit of demand planning improvementsIdentify and develop strategies and best practices as primary routes to drive and sustain improvementSupport quarterly financial forecasting and yearly Budget generationCoordination with Finance regarding cross-plant revenue planningBecome a business expert in the use of the corporate Demand Planning softwareEnsure correct data maintenance of all critical sourcesEvaluation and optimization of the relevant forecast parameters and statistical forecast models to continuously improve the statistical forecastImplementation and adoption of a software based KPI generationClose collaboration with global BT to sustain and optimize the system This position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. We’d Love To Hear From You If Bachelor’s Degree – BS/BA in Business, Finance, Marketing Supply Chain, Logistics with 1-2 years of Demand Planning experience or 5+ years of experience in Demand Planning in a fast-paced manufacturing organizationStrong leadership, communication, and analytical skillsAssertive, collaborative, and results orientedSuccess in working in a matrix environmentTrack record of cross-functional interaction preferredStrong working knowledge of systems (Oracle, Logility, Excel, Access, etc.)Ability to travel as needed to support business needsDemand Planning/ Statistical Forecasting Experience (Preferred)Experience with Sales & Operations Planning is strongly desired (Preferred)Financial acumen coupled with effective inter-personal style (Preferred) Compensation The annual base salary range for this role is from $77,440 to $87,120. At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.