What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Demand Planner position at Jollibee Group?
Job Title: Senior Demand Planner
Location: West Covina, CA
Company: Honeybee Foods Corporation dba JOLLIBEE
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Role Overview:
This is a position based in the Supply Chain Department located at the Support Center, West Covina. The Sr. Demand Planner leads the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) demand stream, responsible for developing accurate forecasts based on industry trends and demand patterns, collects data from internal and external sources on factors known to affect demand and subsequently implement actions or solutions to improve the accuracy of demand forecasting in the organization. They work closely with cross-functional teams (including Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing and Finance) to capture supply constraints, sales risks (downsides) and opportunities (upsides), marketing programs to drive demand and ensure that the overall forecast are aligned to financial targets.
Job Specifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Economics or any related field.
· At least 5 years of progressive experience in demand planning, supply chain management, Sales and Operations Plans (S&OP) or related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
· Demonstrated expertise in improving forecast accuracy and inventory accuracy
· Proficient at implementing or using forecasting systems or planning tools (e.g. Anaplan, SAB IBP, Excel-based modules)
· Professional certification (i.e. American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or its equivalent or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
· Six Sigma or Lean Certification is a plus.
Essential Skills
· Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in statistical forecasting methods and data analysis
· Excellent knowledge of demand planning software and tools (e.g., SAP APO, ANAPLAN, IBP, etc) including complementary tools such as Power Business Intelligence (Power BI), Power Query, etc.
· Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP ECC/S4HANA preferred)
· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools
About Us:
Jollibee is a beloved quick-service chain known for its mouthwatering Filipino-inspired dishes, classic comfort food, and warm, friendly atmosphere that makes every visit special. With 103 restaurants across North America and many more on the way, we’re on a mission to spread the joy of eating far and wide!
Our Jollibee Chickenjoy has been crowned “The Best Chain Fried Chicken in America” by Eater.com, and we’ve proudly earned a spot on USA Today’s 10 Best Fast-Food Fried Chicken list. Wherever we set up shop, we bring our delicious food and signature friendly service that keeps our fans coming back for more.
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