Demand Planning Analyst - Watts Water Technologies Inc
North Andover, MA
About the Job
We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
As the Demand Planning Analyst you will manage forecast activities for specific product groups, perform supply chain analytics, and drive data-based decision-making. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance statistical forecasts, influence demand, and help close gaps to meet business targets. Under the guidance of the Demand Planning Manager, you will be a liaison for analyzing supply chain performance, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement.
You Will:
Develop and maintain 12-month rolling demand forecasts by integrating inputs from Sales, Customers, Product Managers, Operations, Marketing, Finance, and other key stakeholders.
Operate and update the Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting tool, ensuring data accuracy in ERP and planning systems.
Analyze historical trends, identify demand drivers, and assess forecast results through detailed analytics.
Lead forecast discussions, recommend adjustments, and collaborate with teams to close forecast gaps with countermeasures.
Provide input to Supply Planning on inventory strategies for new product launches, phase-outs, and ongoing product items.
Prepare and distribute reports on forecast accuracy, root cause analysis, and the impact on inventory and service levels.
Support broader Supply Chain functions by creating and delivering ad-hoc analytics and insights related to network planning, supply, and inventory.
You Have:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, or Finance.
3+ years of experience in demand planning and/or supply chain analytics.
Proficiency in statistics, forecasting methods, and an understanding of their financial and operational impacts.
Experience with Anaplan and PowerBI, or equivalent tools.
Strong analytical, organizational, decision-making, and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and business levels.
Strong facilitation skills.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts in it for you:
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
- Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.