PPG/LSP - Demand Planning Analyst

Thank you for exploring a career with LSP Products Group, a division of NCH Corporation. We areseeking a PPG/LSP - Demand Planning Analyst that will support by providingDemand Planning to the LSP business within NCH including monitoring current demand trends, developing forecast for baseline SKUs and new SKUs, maintaining forecast reports/tools, and communicating with the cross-functional team on any forecast changesIf you are looking for an opportunity to directly impact a business then join LSP Products Group as our new PPG/LSP - Demand Planning Analyst, where our future begins with you!

A little about us:

Applying for a new job is a little like entering uncharted territory. We want you to feel 100% confident about the application process, the position and our company before committing your time to apply, so that none of the above comes as a surprise. Let us start with some information about LSP Products Group so you can get to know us better.

LSP Products Group was founded by plumbers over 40 years ago with a focus on unparalleled innovation, superior product quality, and best-in-class service to the plumbing industry. With progressive products that provide greater durability, more economy and easier installation, LSP has always been a popular choice for plumbing contractors.

NCH Corporation is a privately held, family-owned, global business headquartered Irving, Texas, near Dallas. We have more than 7,500 employees, offices and facilities on six continents, and clients in more than 50 countries. This includes our corporate headquarters as well as subsidiary companies. Weclean and conserve water, save energy, and deliver best-in-class maintenance solutions, with a focus on industrial and commercial businesses.

• About NCHand ourhistory
• Ourproducts and solutions
• NCHbrands and divisions

Culture and benefits

We are a global company with a family feel, offering the same benefits of an international corporation with the personal relationships of a small business. Working in our small teams and close-knit environment, you would never guess we had a 7,500+ employee head count. We realize a job is more than just a job - it is an extension of your life and family - and we are committed to maintaining just that. For us, culture is not just a benefit; it is essential to how we thrive and that is speaking for 100 years in the business!

• Employee-centric environment(regular corporate activities, personal relationships, small teams)
• Family-first attitude(work-life balance support, flexible hours)
• Approachable leadership(collaboration with top leaders, open-door policy)
• Growth-oriented mindset(autonomy, creative freedom to explore new ideas)
• Paid vacation and holiday leave
• Wellness initiatives(on-site fitness facility and cafeteria, treadmill conference room, walking trail)
• Community involvement(volunteering, fundraisers, charity events, school sponsorships and donations)
• Employee recognition programs(appreciation week, awards and ceremonies)
• Personal and professional development and growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial wellness(retirement options, 401(k) match, employee credit union)
• Benefits package(medical, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability)

If this sounds like a fit for you so far, keep reading.

Position Title: PPG/LSP - Demand Planning Analyst

Company/Employer: LSP Products Group, Inc.

Location: 2727 Chemsearch Blvd, Irving, TX 75062

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manage the Sales/Demand Planning and Forecasting process for all key LSP regions/territories/sales/customers and critical categories of items.
2. Conduct total bottom-up Sales Representatives/SKU-level forecasts/Customer-level forecasts.
3. Develop monthly Sales Representatives and SKU-level forecasts for Baseline (existing) and Incremental (new) products/projects/customers across all sales regions/territories enabled by the Forecast Pro platform and self-building models.
4. Evaluate the impact of sales promotional activities and new product distribution, including seasonality on the forecast/demand plan fluctuations using MS Excel, Tableau, PL-SQL, and other reporting & analytical tools.
5. Adjust sales forecast based on price changes, SKU rationalization, and SKU consolidation.
6. Align with the LSP S&OP monthly process and support all detailed information and metrics for the Pre-S&OP sessions.
7. Interface with the Sales Leader/Product Manager and Supply Planning Team (Planners/Buyers) on forecast alignment.
8. Incorporate the whole SKU level build of all forecasts by Customers/Sales Representatives in Forecast Pro and Oracle R12.
9. Ensure SKU level build is aligned with history and assumptions through maintenance of models, algorithms, outliers, and overrides in Forecast Pro.
10. Build forecast accuracy reports to monitor forecast versus actual fluctuated demands.
11. Review forecast metrics and determine the best method to improve forecast accuracy for all Sales Representatives and baseline/incremental SKUs.
12. Maintain demand inheritance amongst Part Numbers through revision changes.
13. Develop proactive strategies to anticipate and mitigate issues and risks concerning forecasting.
14. Review new S&OP processes and make performance-improving recommendations as appropriate.
15. Develop reports for baseline/new-launching products/projects to develop consensus forecast with sales, product management, and financials.
16. Demand Planning metrics and reporting, including preparation and support for the S&OP/Demand Planning Session.
17. Build Volume Rate Mix (VRM) Reports for performance analysis.
18. Build Fiscal Year Sales Planning.
19. Build Waterfall chart to include summary level reports to show fiscal year trends, growth, and percent changes.
20. Develop financial and inventory models for products within existing channels/customers that provide the supply chain team with the information and analysis required to make optimal business decisions.
21. Responsible for the fiscal management of LSP's working capital (i.e. bulk product, finished product, packaging commodities, etc.) located within LSP's network or at suppliers.

MINIMUMEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a Bachelors of Sciencedegree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a directly related field of study, plus the following experience:

1. 3 years of experience dealing with cross-functional teams to ensure Forecast alignment in a Demand Planning/Forecasting role.
2. 3 years of combined experience working with Wholesales and Retailers.
3. 3 years of experience with the Forecast Pro Demand planning package OR one of the following: Oracle ASCP, SAP APO, or SAS.
4. 3 years of experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system in the Supply Chain modules, PL-SQL, Tableau, MS Excel, or additional analytical language.
5. 3 years of project coordination experience to include managing Global-scale projects and efforts for the planning/purchasing activities.

• Experience may be gained concurrently.
• Hybrid working model. Work from home available. Must reside within commuting distance from the employer's Irving, TX office.
• Requires less than 10% travel to international and domestic client locations.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.