Location: 631 N Cluff Avenue, Lodi, CA, 95241, United States Employee Type: Full-Time Job Category: Forecasting Industry: Manufacturing Required Degree: FOUR_YEAR_DEGREE Manage Others: No
Pacific Coast Producers, leading private-label food manufacturer, is seeking a Demand Planner to support the Business Development Department at its Corporate Office in Lodi, CA.
Reporting to the VP, Business Development, this non-exempt position will provide information, analysis and recommendations to drive planning decisions. You will work with forecasts of sales volume and pricing, and exception reporting. This is instrumental for our business success as forecasts provide guidance for seasonal production, financial planning, and inventory replenishment. This position will require significant interaction with the sales department to ensure customer account and item changes are reflected in the forecast system. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is highly inquisitive, analytical and detail oriented.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Work with Sales to maintain forecasts that accurately reflect customer/item trends within the constraints of physical inventory on hand
Responsible for forecast input (data entry) and maintenance
Forecast versus trend analysis
Assist in development of Annual Operating Plan through forecast alteration
Work with Supply Chain stakeholders to improve forecast accuracy
Assist with pricing maintenance for Annual Operating Plan
Key Competencies/Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics or related field or 2 years' experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Experience with forecasting, buying/inventory planning and/or control processes preferred
Advanced skills in MS Excel, Proficiency in MS Access
Strong interest and ability in analytics
Ability to research, gather, monitor, validate, and report on information from multiple sources
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented and self-motivated, with strong organizational skills (multi-tasking)
Capable of building strong relationships with internal stakeholders
Working with forecast software a plus
Come Work with Us!
Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP offers competitive pay along with terrific benefit plans with affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, 401(k) Plan, and more.
Pacific Coast Producers offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants including females, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.PI130160208