What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Demand Planner position at DSJ?
Position OverviewThis role serves as the subject matter expert for the Anaplan platform, responsible for designing and implementing complex, multi-dimensional models to support key business processes such as merchandise financial planning, assortment planning, sales forecasting, supply planning, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A). The position requires strong technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to drive successful Anaplan deployments and optimize ongoing performance.Key ResponsibilitiesSolution Design & Architecture: Lead the end-to-end design and architecture of Anaplan models, including Data Hub, ensuring alignment with best practices and business requirements.Business Partnership: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into scalable technical designs and user stories.Model Development: Build, test, and deploy Anaplan models following established standards and methodologies.Data Integration: Manage inbound and outbound data flows between Anaplan and source systems (ERP, CRM, data warehouses) using integration tools, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Optimization & Governance: Continuously enhance models for performance and scalability, implement ALM processes, and maintain governance and security protocols.Leadership & Training: Provide technical guidance to development teams, mentor junior model builders, and deliver training programs to support user adoption.Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation including architectural diagrams, process flows, and functional specifications.Required QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related analytical field.Experience:5 years in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or Business Intelligence.3 years of hands-on Anaplan model design and implementation experience, ideally in a lead or architect role.Certifications: Certified Anaplan Model Builder (Level 2/3) required; Solution Architect or Master Anaplanner preferred.Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of retail, apparel, or consumer goods processes, especially merchandise and supply chain planning.Technical Skills:Expert proficiency in Anaplan model building and optimization.Advanced data integration experience.Strong financial modeling and Excel skills.Soft Skills: Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and ability to lead solution-focused discussions.Preferred SkillsExperience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM).Familiarity with Agile methodologies.Knowledge of scripting languages or API integrations (REST APIs, Python).
Salary : $650,000 - $800,000