Demand Planner

DescriptionKenvue is currently recruiting for:Demand PlannerResponsible for evaluating the product demand of customers through coordinating the analysis of monthly demand and resolving gaps between the financial and statistical forecast.This position reports into the Demand Planning Manager and is based in Ultimo.Who We AreAt Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here .What You Will DoThe Demand Planner is responsible for evaluating demand from customers, preparing comprehensive demand plans, facilitating forecast discussions, conducting monthly demand business reviews, and developing performance metrics in areas of quality, cost, and delivery. The role is also accountable for:

• Forecast generation and maintenance as per internal IBP cadence

• Partnering with regional Supply Chain team to ensure competitive and sustainable service levels with customers whilst achieving adequate inventory levels

• Active project team participation in representing E2E Supply Chain for new product launch projects

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for assigned products and customers based on historical data, market trends, and customer insights.

• Partnering with Asia Pacific Supply Chain (APSC) team in delivering competitive and sustainable customer service levels

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.

• Analyze inventory levels and recommend strategies to optimize inventory turns and reduce excess and obsolete inventory.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, such as forecast accuracy and inventory levels, to senior management.

• Collaborate with the local rework planner to ensure efficient customer service outcomes for locally repacked products

• Continuously improve demand planning processes and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Provide input to sales and operations planning process to ensure alignment of demand and supply plans.

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for specific business unit(s) / product line(s) by analyzing internal capacity and aligning supply and demand to meet customer requirements

• Track change orders with supply planning, operations engineering, manufacturing, warehouse, and field service personnel to ensure timely delivery of products

• Collect and analyze data on performance metrics in areas of quality, cost, and delivery to support key supplier scorecards and business reviews

• Assist in implementation of forecast improvements and preparation of monthly reports and demand management projects

• Research and evaluate multiple statistical models to develop and drive consensus forecasts for assigned business segments

• Facilitate interim forecast discussions and updates with supply chain partners and internal cross-functional business partners (marketing, sales, finance) to clarify demand requirements and drive improvements in forecast accuracy

• Conduct monthly demand business reviews and coordinate the analysis of monthly demand to ensure accuracy and identify trends

• Resolve gaps between financial forecast and statistical forecast and recommend when work should be outsourced if demand is projected to exceed capacity

• Utilize statistical forecast input and performance data for use in sales and operations planning

• Identify and make recommendations for forecast improvements

What We Are Looking ForDesired Qualifications

• Tertiary degree with strong supply chain experience, ideally in Demand Planning

• Experience working in Tier 1 FMCG company preferred

• Strong communication skills and ability to manage external and internal stakeholders

• Project management and problem-solving skills

• Competency in Microsoft Office tools

What's In It For You

• Competitive Benefit Package

• Benefits include Onsite Parking, Flexible Working, Health and Wellness Reimbursement, Volunteering Days and much more!

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Great Place to Work Certified 2023

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.