Demand Planner

Summary

At Chobani, our Demand Planner is a guide on the platforms they lead all aspects of the Demand Planning requirements process for those platforms. It is a very hands-on position responsible for developing and implementing Demand Plans that will enable the Master Scheduler to meet sales and service objectives. Cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, sales, logistics, and customer service is necessary to achieve the sales and service goals.

Responsibilities

• Craft and generate weekly and monthly statistical forecasts
• Continuously improve forecasting techniques, method, and approach
• Relate and measure the impact of forecast accuracy
• Evolve and maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for demand planning processes and systems
• Conduct current and future forecasting analysis, insuring forecasting processes and methods are followed
• Assemble and analyze all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, POS and eventually customer inventory levels)
• Establish and use best methods (statistical models and software/tools) in crafting forecasts
• Make recommended adjustments to forecast based on changes in demand and market trends
• Lead weekly forecast meetings with Sales Planning and Sales Managers to discuss and review recommended sales forecasts (emphasis on changing distribution, new product introduction, and promotions)
• Prepare & provide updates and recommendations for monthly Consensus Forecasting meetings (Forecast accuracy, BIAS, trending actuals, demand plan)
• Prepare, report, and communicate forecast and inventory measurements to management (forecast accuracy)
• Monitor forecast levels and recommend SKU rationalization initiatives in the future
  
  

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. in Supply Chain Management or related degree
• 3 – 5 years of experience in Demand Planning in CPG company and using statistical forecasting techniques
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication
• Must be detail oriented, self-starter and comfortable taking initiative, as well as capable of producing high quality results on a sustainable basis
• Effectively influence both internal and external customers/relationships
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and priorities at once
• Excellent customer service / support skills, ability to remain professional in difficult situations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in MS Excel
  
  

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company’s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com , or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation Range: $78,400.00 - $117,600.00, plus bonus.