Job Description
Your Opportunity as the Lead Analyst -Integrated Business Planning System Support (Supply & Demand Planning)
This individual will support the software and analytics used by Demand, Supply and Inventory Planning for all business within The J.M. Smucker Company. The role will support the software integration within Logility Demand Optimization, Blue Yonder Enterprise Supply Planning, Blue Yonder Sequencing and E2Open. This individual will be a key liaison to IS on implementation of new functional design, validate new functionality, and train users within planning.
Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices
Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires
In this role you will:
Identifies business needs and gaps - Coordinate with IS project managers to implement test plans to validate system enhancements and meet project deadlines
Consults with Business Subject Matter Expert to document existing process, research best practices and propose future enhancements / continuous improvement
Facilitate User Acceptance testing on functional design for all enhancements within system integration
Develop training materials to key users on system enhancements within supply and demand
Governance of consistent planning processes and facilitates training to key users on system enhancements
Support planning system data maintenance and set up to ensure accurate and reliable planning
Conduct Demand Planning Analytics - Forecast Value Add and Coefficient of Variation analysis on Demand Hierarchy across all businesses
Maintain existing analytics and develop new analytical tools to support planning team objectives
The Right Role for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree
At least 5 years of supply chain experience
Strong analytical, organizational, decision making, and presentation skills
Requires advanced skills in data handling and manipulation, analytics (Spotfire a plus), and forecasting/inventory management experience
Project experience with exposure to project management concepts and principles
Strong interpersonal skills are essential to effectively interact with all teams, areas and levels of business affecting the planning process
Ability to develop and recommend process, system improvements
Limited travel required
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:
System knowledge of Supply/Demand planning software is preferred (Blue Yonder / Logility)
Experience working with various supply chain processes helpful
Recognized as internal expert to business customers in the area of Supply & Demand planning
Ability to solve problems and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, takes initiative; good follow-up
Ability to handle multiple tasks across various functional areas
Self-directed work style
Learn more about working at Smucker:
Helping our Employees Thrive
Delivering on Our Purpose
Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
Follow us on LinkedIn
#LI-JW1
#LI-Hybrid
The J. M. Smucker Company (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
