JOB REQUIREMENTS: Manager, Demand Planning - WD35860
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: What you will do The Demand Planning
Manager will lead the forecasting process, integrating market and
customer data to develop and communicate an accurate forecast to supply
chain and finance organizations. Lead team of demand planners to improve
accuracy of forecast leveraging all available data sources and latest
demand planning tools. How you will do it * Own the Demand Planning
Process: Accountable for producing a fact-based unbiased 24 month
rolling forecast which are the basis for LE\'s (Latest Estimates) and
financial projections. Ensure the integrity of these forecasts and the
timely hand-off to supply planning. * Manage & Maintain Forecast Models
and Tools: Continually improve statistical forecasting models and
methodology for both mature and new product launches. Accountable for
Forecast Accuracy improvement. * Future Roadmap/Vision Development:
Partner with the analytics and IT teams in defining future forecast
improvements via machine learning / artificial intelligence
capabilities. * Conduct Consensus Process: Lead the Demand process
through interface with Sales, Marketing, Planning & Finance to ensure
timely development of an agreed upon forecast which ties to financial
projections. * Collaboration with Key Accounts: Lead the monthly
forecast collaboration meetings with key account Managers and Analyst
from the Account. Review prior month\'s forecast accuracy and assess
rolling 3-6 months forward forecast. * Communication with Planning:
Communicate demand gaps and significant forecast changes to Supply
Planning. Determine course of action to bridge gaps and communicate back
to Marketing/Sales. * Manage Supply Chain KPI and share ownership with
supply chain partners. * Monthly Analytics and KPIs: Develop and
implement tools and processes to improve forecast capabilities,
efficiency and accuracy. Perform root cause analysis. Articulate Risk &
Opportunity assessment to tie into Latest Estimates. * Management/Team
Leadership: Lead the demand planning team members. Train, coach, and
mentor staff with the goal of increasing team capabilities. What we look
for In order to succeed in this role, the individual must have a sound
knowledge of commercial strategies in addition to internal business
acumen that complement the work. * Business Understanding: Ability to
understand various departments within the business and functional areas.
* Change Management: Track record of driving change, building
understanding and knowledge within the target audience. * Project
Management: Organization and communication effectiveness to push
projects, timelines, and milestones. Strong planning, prioritizing,
problem-solving and analytical skills. * Communication Skills:
Exemplary oral and written communication skills. * Collaboration:
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared
objectives. #LI-AH1 #LI-HYBRID What you get: * Medical, dental and
vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all
starting on date of hire * Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
* Parental and caregiver leave programs * All the usual benefits such
as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability,
basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance
Program, and domestic partner benefits * Global market strength and
worldwide market share leadership * HQ location earns LEED
certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and
workout facility We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value
diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise,
gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in
the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment
to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our
latest report. We want you to know our rights because EEO is the law.
***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements *
Bachelor\'s degree in related field (Supply Chain
Management/Operations/Logistics, Business, Math/Statistics, Marketing)
* 8 plus years\' experience in a demand planning/forecasting role
valuable to have automotive experience * Demonstrated experience
implementing state-of-the-art demand forecasting methodologies and
systems * Exceptional computer skills; ERP, Business Intelligence
systems or equivalent and Word, Excel, PowerPoint * Certification from
Institute of Business Forecasting (IBF), APICS or similar credential
preferred * Preferred: prior experience with leading forecasting/DP
tools like Logility, SAS, JDA * Ability to travel up to 10% (domestic)
* This position will be hybrid, working out of Clarios\' Glendale,
Wisconsin corporate headquarters Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities *
Demand planning system and integration experience * Excellent
collaborative management skills. * Able to effectively communicate
across multiple departments and through multiple levels of the
organization * Exceptional analytical, modeling, and problem-solving
skills. * Proven influencing, negotiating and conflict management
skills. * Ability to manage a dynamic environment with a high degree of
complexity. * Strong attention to detail and results orientation. *
Willing to \'Make it Happen\' by proactively identifying and resolving
opportunities/issues, acting with urgency, taking smart risks, and
owning the outcome. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Qualified
females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans
are encouraged to apply.