Senior Demand Planner (1 of multiple openings) at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. in Skillman, New Jersey

Job Description:

Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Senior Demand Planner

This position reports to the Demand Planning Manager, and is based at Skillman, NJ.

Who we are

At 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® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the 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.

Role reports to: Demand Planning Manager

Location: Skillman, NJ (Kenvue's corporate headquarters is currently located in Skillman NJ, but is scheduled to move to Summit, NJ in or around early 2025.)

Pay: $73,000.00 - $117,300.00

What You Will Do

The Demand Planning is responsible for developing and maintaining demand planning models to ensure accurate forecasting of product demand, collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data to identify trends and patterns in demand, and monitoring inventory levels and working with supply chain teams to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand planning models to ensure accurate forecasting of product demand

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data to identify trends and patterns in demand

• Monitor inventory levels and work with supply chain teams to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained

• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on demand planning and inventory management strategies

• Continuously improve demand planning processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy

• Evaluate demands from internal customers and prepare comprehensive demand plan for specific business unit(s) / product line(s)

• Maintain appropriate target reorder points to meet business fill rate targets while minimizing inventory investment

• Participate in development of long term strategic

• 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

• Implement and manage forecasting software and supporting systems

• Manage data integrity processes and follow current compliance regulations and standards

• Develop and review performance metrics in areas of quality, cost, and delivery in support of the key supplier scorecards and business reviews

• Coordinate the analysis of monthly demand to ensure accuracy and identify trends

• Resolve gaps between financial forecast and statistical forecast

• Recommend when work should be outsourced if demand is projected to exceed capacity

• Produce and review monthly reports within specified time frames

• Research, recommend and implement multiple statistical models to develop and drive consensus forecasts for assigned business segments

• Analyze internal capacity and develop plan to align supply and demand to meet customer requirements

Qualifications

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• 4-6 years of experience in demand planning, inventory management, or a related field

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with demand planning software

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Desired Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate discussions with cross-functional teams

• Proficient in forecasting software and supporting systems

• Knowledge of data integrity processes and current compliance regulations and standards

• Ability to develop and review performance metrics in areas of quality, cost, and delivery

• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve gaps between financial forecast and statistical forecast

• Ability to recommend when work should be outsourced if demand is projected to exceed capacity

• Proficient in multiple statistical models to develop and drive consensus forecasts for assigned business segments

What's In It For You

• Competitive Benefit Package

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Employee Resource Groups

• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

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