DEMAND ANALYST III

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Logistics Demand Management Teams develop, integrate and provide short-term accounts or brand specific forecasts for internal operations which include replenishment data, customer data, sales promotion information, marketing plans and new distribution/product deletions. They are responsible for facilitating, managing and executing strategic directions related to plant performance, customer demand agreements, supply chain improvements, revenue forecasting and overall improvement in delivery metrics globally. They assist in the improvement of demand system forecasting accuracy for customers. The Demand Management Teams maintain and manage product history, forecasts and promotional demand. They analyze internal demand stream information, and categorizes according to demand patterns. They also may input sales/marketing intelligence for use in forecast systems, working with sales organization(s), national sales accounts, marketing, and related forecasting and planning groups.

What your background should look like:

Tasks Summary & Responsibilities:
To work with cross-functional colleagues throughout the Sales and Operations Planning Process (S&OP) to agree on the numbers to be published for next months.
Monitor the demand plan to actual performance monthly, which includes demand and billings versus projection and forecast accuracy to provide detailed input to cross functional teams.
Actively manage demand forecast by region for assigned products adjusting per latest market trends and based on the feedback from our cross-functional colleagues. Use all available tools to assure proper communication to colleagues (JDA, Xelus, SAP, Email, etc.).
Maintenance of MRP groups for assigned products aligning to MRP policy and/or latest demand trends adjusting safety stock levels accordingly.
Interface with the Supply, Master Scheduling and planning teams on demand issues and process interaction.
Preparation of demand management materials for monthly MBR or PLP review meetings.
Assist in collaboration with Customer Supply Chain to continuously improve customer direct forecasts and delivery metrics.
Provide support when data is required for all projects in general (insources, migrations, new product launches, PFO analysis, etc.). 
Consistent attendance, understanding and compliance with all TE policies, rules and regulations.

Requierements: 
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. APICS certification is a plus.

3+ years’ experience in Demand Planning or Supply Chain. 
Knowledge of MRP and S&OP processes preferred.
Demand Management, Master Production Scheduling, or Supply Chain concepts understanding.
Experience with forecasting/analytical tools such as SalesForce.com, JDA, Xelus, Kinaxis, SAP would be a plus.
Excellent Communication skills.
Fluent in the English language.
Strong business analytic and data management skills.  
Experience in working with a global team is a plus.
Ability to work in an international environment and willing to travel periodically (short time periods) including abroad if needed.
 

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