Demand Analyst - Retail & New Programs
Tremco Construction Products Group

Job Info

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

This role handles the demand side of new emerging areas of the business. This includes but not limited to, retail programs, strategic initiatives, new markets, products and cross-company collaboration. This role will also be involved in any supply side processes these areas do not fit into. This includes developing a central data repository for tracking relevant SIOP information, forecasting from production to the customer, inventory management and purchase orders for Tremco and other RPM sites. Projecting future launches and opportunities for capacity planning will also be included. Collaboration across key stakeholders will be critical.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Data Analyst/ Demand Planning/ Inventory Management:
  • Develop a database for tracking (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) SIOP program performance. This includes sku performance, POS trends, for multiple programs. POS trends where applicable for retail.
    • Work closely with the National Sales Manager - Retail Program & Senior Program Manager - Retail Program on metrics and data they will need beyond SIOP information.
  • Forecasting, demand planning end-to-end for retail:
    • Work with the Tremco CPG/Consumer Group Retail Program team members to track program/product placements, review POS to develop a store level forecast.
    • Aggregate store level forecast/demand plan and inventory requirements at the Consumer Group level to help develop a Tremco CPG production forecast.
    • Forecasting demand planning will include Tremco CPG manufactured products, intercompany products, and purchase for resale products.
  • Inventory management, purchase orders:
    • Develop inventory targets at the Consumer Group DC and Tremco CPG level to ensure retail fill rate requirements and working capital targets are met.
    • Direct Consumer Group on purchase orders requirements which would include, products, quantities, timing, etc.... to ensure inventory requirements are met.
    • Inventory management, purchase order process will include Tremco CPG manufactured products, intercompany products, and purchase for resale products.
  • Collaborate with internal Operations and Supply Chain master scheduling on the full retail picture. Including potential new and existing business into the capacity process.
  • Demand Planning for all other strategic sales initiatives and growth opportunities that occur outside of retail
• Intercompany collaboration:
  • End-to-end accountability of the supply chain process that includes proactive planning, to order, and finally to delivery.
  • Complete and on-time delivery of the product in an efficient manner will be the measured goal.
  • Follow new product introduction through process and help ensure all items are set up correctly to minimize delays. This includes reviews of:
    • Manufacturing capabilities and capacities for situations where the intercompany technology is requested.
    • Requests for use of internal technologies and brands with category management.
  • Align intercompany expectations within the supply process at the manufacturing site.
  • Work closely with logistics to coordinate timely shipments. Understand freight lanes within the supply chain to direct the most efficient and cost-effective way to move products.
  • Assists the Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Manager with elements of the S&OP process and may perform other supply chain functions and projects as necessary.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor's degree in business and/or supply chain related field or equivalent education/experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a demand planning and/or supply chain role supporting retail programs as well as;
• At least 2 years' experience in retail POS analytics.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• ASCM certification or green belt desired

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal skills and able to interact with various parts of the organization that includes sales, procurement, manufacturing, and shipping that includes international shipping. Need to build relationships with various teams and be willing to listen to solve problems.
• Need to have good critical thinking skills to solve dynamic problems as events change.
• Must be motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills along with attention to detail to ensure things flow smoothly.
• Proficient in SAP APO /BW, Power BI and Bex analyzer preferred
• Strong MS office skills, particularly Excel required
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required
• Process and continuous improvement mindset required
• Proficient forecasting ability using data compiled from disparate systems preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, talk, hear, and lift up to 10 lbs.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $64,499 and $80,625. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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