Demand Planner, LATAM

2 weeks ago


Whitby, Canada ResMed Inc Full time

Responsible for the management of Forecasting Process in Latin America (Brazil, Andes, MCAC, South Cone) necessary to drive effective production and materials plans and participate in managing resultant inventory levels, including; safety stocks, slow and obsolete stock and inventory levels required to mitigate risk through new product introductions. Work directly with Product & Sales Managers to ensure integrity of forecasts to marketing plans, particularly with regard to new product launches, cannibalization and ongoing promotions. Facilitate the reporting of forecast information and market drivers on a monthly basis through monthly forecast review meeting to aid in managing the Supply Chain.

Monitors and reports on forecast accuracy, product availability, on time delivery, inventory status and the phase-in/phase-out of products. This information is vital to monitoring performance against budget and sales targets.

Compiles & maintains records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies stocked in establishment.

This role will also have the opportunity to be involved in project managing business changes from time-to-time as these situations arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Manages and is responsible for creating monthly forecasts, identifying and targeting outliers for review and lead monthly forecasting meetings with Global and Local Product Managers and other Stakeholders.
  2. Utilize historical data, statistical software, and marketing intelligence to develop product forecasts. Maintain forecasts and planning parameters in ERP system.
  3. Work with Product Managers to generate forecasts for new products. Ensures these are based on a sound framework and that information obtained through in-depth discussions with regional Product Managers and Cross-Functional teams is translated into unit forecasts and that the underlying assumptions are clearly articulated.
  4. Ensure forecasts are updated and entered into Oracle Demand Cloud.
  5. Analyze and review the Actual-to-Forecast accuracy on a continuous basis. This involves significant interaction with Product Managers on analysis and trends of products and recommending changes to either/or forecasts and safety stocks required to support forecasts. Identify any situations where customer service is at risk as a result of demand exceeding forecast. Maintain database to include new products and manage existing records.
  6. Manage and publish KPIs for forecasting process.
  7. Reviews On Hand Value Inventory and Slow-moving-and-obsolete-stock (SLOB) published by Finance and highlights possible items to obsolete and/or reserve. Develops strategy with Product Manager to minimize or clear stock.
  8. Create/maintain Consensus meeting content and provide meaningful insight during the meeting to departmental leaders.
  9. Stay informed about industry trends, economic conditions, market dynamics, and emerging technologies to proactively adapt demand planning strategies.
  10. Ensures all activities are carried out in compliance with established quality control policies and work instructions.

Lets talk about you

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. In addition, the following qualifications are required:

  1. Ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy at all levels.
  2. Experience leading projects and teams and collaborate and/or follow in a team environment.
  3. Excellent analytical and mathematical skills, including knowledge of statistical processes and their application in forecasting and inventory management.
  4. High sense of urgency; thrives in fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
  5. Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  6. Ability to organize and run meetings to drive appropriate business outcomes.
  7. Demonstrated experience in business process improvements and/or project management.

Lets talk about experience and qualifications

  1. 2 or more years of experience in demand planning/supply chain role within an MRP or FMCG environment.
  2. Relevant tertiary qualifications or qualifications in APICS or similar.
  3. Strong knowledge of ISO9001.
  4. Experience with ERP system.
  5. Experience with Oracle MRP/DRP, Demantra and/or Oracle Demand Cloud.
  6. Strong business analytics skills.
  7. Experience with Tableau, or Cognos.

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now We commit to respond to every applicant.

About Us

At ResMed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) we pioneer innovative solutions that treat and keep people out of the hospital, empowering them to live healthier, higher-quality lives. Our digital health technologies and cloud-connected medical devices transform care for people with sleep apnea, COPD and other chronic diseases. Our comprehensive out-of-hospital software platforms support the professionals and caregivers who help people stay healthy in the home or care setting of their choice. By enabling better care, we improve quality of life, reduce the impact of chronic disease and lower costs for consumers and healthcare systems in more than 140 countries. To learn more, visit ResMed.com and follow @ResMed.

ResMed Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons, without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

(US/Canada only) ResMed is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. ResMed is an E-Verify Employer. ResMed is a smoke-free workplace.

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