Demand Planner - Tempel Steel - Worthington Industries Inc.
Chicago, IL 60601
About the Job
customer
and item. This forecast will be the basis for production planning and inventory control within the business globally
as well as providing the platform for monthly financial forecasting and budgeting. This individual will work closely with the Sales organization worldwide to implement demand planning and forecasting tools and to introduce a disciplined process of deviation analysis and continuous improvement.
Essential Functions
- Serve as the subject matter expert on demand planning tools and techniques
- Lead weekly forecast variance reviews to identify off-track accounts and drive corrective actions
- Lead global monthly demand reviews with site and corporate leadership
- Coordinate with the commercial and finance teams to dollarize the forecast
- Responsible for executing the statistical engine
- Participate in the Global S&OP processes and provide insights on demand planning and forecasting
- Participate in NAFTA Capacity Planning
- Liaise with operations and supply chain to resolve issues that arise in the production and material planning processes
- Produce data and assist in resolution of supply issues requiring order prioritization
allocation
or rationing
- Perform AD-Hoc analysis to produce data-driven insights to be leveraged by the organization
- Develop issues documents to drive decisions on raw material sourcing or production when demand projections create risk and/or uncertainty
- Assist in the development and execution of the annual budgeting processes
- Identify areas for process improvements in the demand planning and forecasting methodologies
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree (Industrial Engineering
Supply Chain
or Materials Management preferred)
- 5+ years' experience in a supply chain or materials management role in an industrial B2B environment
- Advanced excel skills are required
including proficiency in complex formulas
pivot tables and data analysis
- Experience with a complex ERP system (Oracle is highly preferred)
- Experience using demand planning software (Demantra is highly preferred)
- Operational experience in production control or planning is highly preferred
- CPIM certification from APICS would be desirable
About Us
Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in
but your previous experience doesn't exactly align
we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.
Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing
electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.
As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America
Worthington Steel and its 4,600 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing
pickling
configured blanking
specialty cold reduction
lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus
Ohio
Worthington operates 32 facilities in seven states and six countries. Following a people-first Philosophy
commitment to sustainability and proven business system
Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers
creating opportunities for employees
and strengthening its communities.
Worthington Steel Inc.
and its subsidiaries
is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race
color
religion
age
national origin
sex
