Associate Director – Demand Planning and Optimization

2 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada The Kraft Heinz Company Full time

About the Role

The Associate Director – Demand Planning will be responsible for leading the Integrated Demand Planning process and team of demand planners for assigned categories. This role will drive and lead all end-to-end demand planning processes as part of the monthly IBP process. The successful candidate will serve as a liaison between cross-functional business partners to ensure that all forecasts are accurate and production deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Demand Planning Integrated Business planning process for Canada Business Unit.
  • Ensure the forecast process is adhered to by all cross-functional team members by following identified forecasting principles.
  • Responsible for understanding consumption/shipment trends and category dynamics across all brands in business units to support and endorse total volume forecast.
  • Responsible for identifying forecasting best practices and supporting supply chain continuous improvement.
  • Manage a team by placing value on discipline in execution of standard work, bias for action in delivery of KPIs, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Create an environment of continuous improvement with emphasis placed on building a culture of personal ownership.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of Supply Chain experience, preferred Demand Planning experience.
  • Bachelor of Science or equivalent required - preferably in Supply Chain, Operations, or related discipline. MBA preferred.
  • SAP, o9, or other ERP/APS software experience and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is required.
  • Strong understanding of Supply Chain/Demand Planning principles, organization structures, and key metrics.
  • Possesses strong cross-functional leadership capability and able to influence a wide spectrum of stakeholders.
  • The ability to lead and develop a team with a continuous improvement mindset while driving transformation of ways of working and Demand Planning KPIs.
  • Strong people management skills that not only foster an environment of team success but individual accomplishments as well.
  • Ability to work with Executive level stakeholders and influence decision-making.

About The Kraft Heinz Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is a leading global food company with a portfolio of iconic brands. We are committed to delivering exceptional performance and creating long-term value for our shareholders.

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