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Demand Planning Analyst

Chicago, IL, US, 60601

Hybrid

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

The Demand Planning Analyst  will be responsible for effectively maintaining a volume forecast across product groups for one of four James Hardie Sales’ divisions (West and Canada; North, South Central, South) through advanced analytical skills, industry experience, and effective communication.

An effective Demand Planning Analyst will demonstrate the ability to work cross functionally across Sales, Supply Chain, and Data Science teams to develop a volume forecast, driving ultimately to a consensus demand number (e.g., consensus demand methodology), which is aligned on with James Hardie Management. The analyst will be responsible for developing a forecast each month, for the upcoming 12 – 18-month period, placing particular emphasis on the upcoming quarter. A successful Demand Planning Analyst will produce a forecast with improving results to actual performance over time and is in generally in line with their peers (analysts forecasting other James Hardie divisions).

What You’ll Do:

Develop demand forecast for one of four Sales Divisions (West and Canada, North, South Central, South) at a forecast group/region level
Collect forecasting inputs from Data Science, Sales, and Customer teams and apply forecasting logic to reach final Demand (e.g., consensus demand methodology) by forecast by region for designated Sales Division
Maintain and update data for one of four sales divisions, this will include: tracking historical sales, actual sales, promotions, and communicating any constraints / overrides
Measure forecast accuracy monthly for each of the individual forecast inputs (including the consensus forecast number) and conduct root cause analysis, as needed, to identify areas for improvement. Develop recommendations to improve the forecasting process where meaningful inaccuracies are identified
Provide monthly commentary on designated division on a region by forecast group level, interacting directly with the Demand Planning Director, to provide key inputs related to the division-level forecast
Engage in regional sales meetings to inform Sales input and improve alignment of forecast
Interact with James Hardie customers, as required, to work on inputting anticipated purchases, in the forecast model
Understand James Hardie business operations, including the impacts of seasonality, promotions and cadence, etc.
Attend monthly meetings with internal demand planning team to relay monthly forecast and context

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree Required in Supply Chain, Finance, Merchandising, Business, Economics
Preference of 2 – 3 years Demand Planning experience. If not direct Demand Planning experience, then a background in Supply Chain is also highly relevant
Demonstrated advanced experience in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, charts, visualizations, formatting, etc.)
Experience with advanced data analysis tools is a plus, including a background working with SAP, and / or an IBP (Integrated Business Planning) system solution
Familiarity and comfort working and engaging with multiple teams / resources within a business; demonstrated ability to build relationships, drive to consensus, etc.
Detail oriented and a strong attention to detail / accuracy
Solid organizational skills with high level of delivery and accountability
Aptitude to analyze results and make recommendations
Expertise in statistical modeling, applied math skills, and forecasting
Translation of data into reliable insights
Confidence in the forecast development process, with the ability to communicate it to others
Compile presentations and commentary for Demand Planning Director to review and use on monthly calls
Strong communication skills to effectively work with divisional sales counterparts
Strong working knowledge of S&OP cycle / IBP, forecasting, planning, inventory
Flexible, able to enact process changes as company grows
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Excellent time management skills and able to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Ability to travel less than 5% of the time

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $80k to $100k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Demand Planner, Supply Chain, Data Analyst, R&D, Strategic Planning, Operations, Data, Research, Strategy

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