General Description:

The Junior Demand Planner is responsible for completing assigned duties to ensure customer, team member, and vendor satisfaction. The Junior Demand Planner does this by accurately forecasting, tracking, and identifying operations trends, upcoming capacity constraints, and other sales/production queries. The Junior Demand Planner is also responsible for building, maintaining, and managing data requests related to planning. The Junior Demand Planner completes these functions in support of the manufacture of dairy-related products.

Job Responsibilities:

Reviews historical sales trends, researches demand drivers, prepares forecast data, and evaluates forecast results. Interact with sales, marketing, finance, and production to understand and apply demand forecast drivers. Adheres to processes and methodologies for collecting sales forecasts and relevant data. Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for time horizons as part of the function. Utilize a team approach by working with both internal and external entities to obtain and ensure current and accurate information is used for planning team Leverage existing technology to maintain Planning reports that are readily available to multiple departments. Summarizes or aggregates and recommends statistical forecasts for review Review sales plans, budgets, and drivers and recommend changes as required Prepares and maintains relevant reports and procedures as part planning function. Continuously monitors and adjusts forecasts based on external influences and unexpected order variances to ensure proper inventory levels. Responsible for supporting a culture of continuous improvement in all areas while balancing quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results. Responsible for achieving assigned goals in safety, quality, performance, and cost. Responsible for complying with GMPs, SOPs, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations. Works in a safe manner reports safety concerns promptly to their leadership team and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment. Demonstrates strong communication skills across various departments, ensuring clear and effective collaboration. All other duties assigned by leadership.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to apply basic to complex mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and knowledge of weights and measures, to handle job tasks sufficiently. Familiarity with office management procedures and general knowledge of office equipment and troubleshooting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.) Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Proven capability to work independently and collaboratively, showcasing strong communication and teamwork skills. Understand and respond appropriately to basic to complex employee, vendor, and customer inquiries. Read, write, and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need). Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals, and your role in achieving each. Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements. Ability to interpret company documents and literature.

Education/Experience:

A BS is required. A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus. 2-3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry or 1-2 years in a forecasting or production planning role. Experience with analytical and reporting tools such as Tableau. PowerBi preferred. Experience with data analytics and management a plus – SQL/DAX. Experience with ERP and Cloud ERP tools is a plus.

Performance Standards:

Responsible for reporting to work at scheduled times and communicating tardiness and absences with the assigned Supervisor/Manager prior to the occurrence. Responsible for reporting to work in a condition to work. Responsible for being well-groomed and always dressed in business and position-appropriate attire including ensuring compliance with GMP dress code standards. Comply with performance criteria, and standards of conduct as contained in company policy, employment procedures, and responsibilities as described in the company handbook. Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Always maintain a safe work environment and immediately report and take appropriate action to correct safety/food safety concerns. Responsible for completing all assigned tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Requires morning and afternoon availability with flexibility outside of normal business hours based on company needs. Requests to be scheduled off for a specific day require advance notification and approval by the Supervisor/Manager. Salaried: Generally scheduled for 40-45 hours; more hours may be required based on the needs of the business.

Environmental Concerns:

May be subject to exposure to ingredients used in the manufacture of food products including allergens. May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility. Maintain a clean and organized workspace. Support company sustainability initiatives and policies.

Physical Job Requirements:

Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting of office supplies and equipment (up to 20 pounds.) Frequent use of computers and other office equipment. Ability to move around the office to perform various tasks.

Work Location:

East Syracuse, NY

 

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Byrne, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $63,500 to $79,500.