Demand Analyst

Saint-Gobain

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$89,650–$139,150 Per Year
SKILLS
Aged Care, Analysis Skills, Auto Insurance, Business Plan, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Childcare, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Concrete, Consensus Forecasting, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Demand Generation, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Finance, Forecasting, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Legal, Logistics, Manufacturing, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Management, Production Planning, Production Support, Property Insurance, Purchasing/Procurement, Research & Development (R&D), Retirement Plan, SAP, Sales, Sales Communications, Sales Operations, Statistical Modeling, Stock Keeping Unit (SKU), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Player, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
3 days ago
The Demand Analyst is accountable for developing an accurate demand forecast by improving the statistical forecast baseline, gathering and merging insights from Sales, and facilitating discussions to reach consensus on future demand.- This team member utilizes statistical forecasting models to create customer- and SKU-level Demand Plans for North America.- In this role, the Demand Analyst will report to the Senior SIOP Manager and support the SIOP team (Supply Planning, Inventory Management) and, as requested, cross-functional interactions with Sales and Marketing, Operations, R&D, and Purchasing teams.


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Essential Duties:


+ Review historical sales trends and other demand drivers. Maintain the statistical models used for creating the statistical forecast at the customer+SKU level. Generate the statistical forecast from the statistical models at the customer+SKU level.

+ Calculate forecast error and net bias. Design and drive action plans to improve forecast accuracy.

+ Develop demand forecast reports at multiple levels of aggregation for differing time horizons for various audiences.

+ Ensure that sales, marketing, and product management provide forecast adjustments from market intelligence by the due date to complete the demand planning process.

+ Refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions. Publish the consensus demand forecast at multiple levels of aggregation for differing time horizons for various audiences.

+ Review the consensus demand plan's financial impact. Reconcile the SKU unit forecast with the financial forecast.

+ Gather necessary inputs for the Demand Review meetings. Support the Senior SIOP Manager in facilitating the Demand Review meetings and use a collaborative approach with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Finance to ensure current and accurate information is used to create the consensus demand plan.

+ Collaborate with the Supply Planners to balance supply and demand.

+ Drive continuous improvement actions in the demand planning process.

+ Identify key issues that require immediate escalation to Sales or Operations as required.

+ Participate in the fully integrated SIOP process in the Demand Analyst role.

+ Support all Chryso production and distribution facilities in the US and Canada.

+ Collaborate with Sales to communicate production needs to Planning, Operations, and Finance. Considered a point of contact with Sales.

+ Other Duties as Assigned


+ Required: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, IT, or Finance major preferred

+ 2-5 years of related Supply Chain/Demand Planning experience in manufacturing -

+ CPIM or Equivalent Certification -

+ Knowledge of standard Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning or Integrated

+ Business Planning methodologies - -

+ Skilled in the development and use of statistical forecasting models - -

+ Skilled in the use of SAP - - - -

+ Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills - - - -

+ Strategic thinking skills - - - -

+ Decisive without having perfect information - - - -

+ Extensive analytical skills - - - -

+ Effective problem-solving skills - - - -

+ Planning and organization skills - - - -

+ Strong critical thinking skills - - - -

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills - - - -

+ Ability to informally influence others and work cross-functionally with many groups - - - -

+ Self-motivated and able to work without supervision within the context of the position - - - -


Chryso is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-quality concrete admixtures, thanks to a strong commitment to research and innovation, coupled with adherence to the strictest manufacturing standards in the industry. Our admixtures are engineered to optimize the performance of our customers' specific concrete materials in a way that will maximize user satisfaction and economy. In addition, Chryso delivers significant added value and support to its clients, which includes assistance with client inventory control and prompt product deliveries.

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For more information, visit GCP's website at www.chryso.com-


Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.


Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .


Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve their daily lives for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $81,500 - $126,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $89,650 - $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and, by nature, can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.


Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:--


+ Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.-

+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance-

+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options-

+ LiveWell Wellness Program-

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-

+ Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave-

+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.-

+ 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan-

+ Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability-

+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance--


-Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want--


+ Group Legal-

+ Identity Theft Protection-

+ Auto and Home Insurance-

+ Pet Insurance and Discounts-

+ Back-up Child & Elder Care-

+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program-

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