Kenvue is currently recruiting for a Demand Planning Manager. This position is based in Skillman, NJ.
Who we are
At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here .
Role reports to: Demand Planning Leader, Neutrogena
Location: Kenvue ' s corporate headquarters is currently located in Skillman NJ, but is scheduled to move to Summit, NJ in or around early 2025.
Travel: 5- 10%
Pay: Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050 . This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors
What will you do
You will facilitate the integration of commercial requirements with Supply Chain business partners while delivering key business results: sales, service, finished goods inventory, slow moving and obsolete inventory, forecast accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include seasonal/scenario planning, new product introductions, end of life management, customer event planning, business continuity planning, vulnerability business impact planning and process improvements. You will also lead the timeline management, purchasing, assembly and distribution of promotional displays and special packs.
Own the integrated business planning process in support of the delivery of key business metrics
Develop and manage the 24-month demand plan leading the forecasting process, delivering critical metrics (MAPE, BIAS, System accuracy, stat forecast usage), and ensuring SAP usage of statistical modeling and other system tools
Lead Demand Planning and collaborate with Supply Planning, Project Management, Customer Logistics Services, Value Stream Leadership, Affiliates, other Supply Chain functions, and Commercial partners
Support advancing Regional and Global Supply Chain capabilities through the development of people, processes and systems solutions aligned to support the current and future business environment
Partner with Regional Strategic Demand, Regional Inventory and Regional Supply, develop the inventory strategy for the assigned Franchise(s): Includes Entitlement, inventory business planning, projection roll up to Squad / Franchise / Country level and corrective action planning as appropriate
Coordinate Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) inventory action plans with Regional Strategic Demand, Regional Inventory, Regional Supply, and Sales Operations
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Supply and Demand Planning, Customer Logistics, Print Buying, and Display Contractors to forecast promotional volume and execute display programs
Ensure that display promotions are assembled and delivered on time and within budget
Lead Seasonal Planning process, strategy setting, and communication/alignment across teams where applicable
Represent assigned franchise during vulnerability reviews and action planning
Collaborate with Regional Supply to define future vulnerability and partner with Sales Operations, Commercial Leadership and Deliver to take customer management and demand shaping actions as appropriate
Manage the strategy and plan for New Product Introductions (NPI) for the first 6 months, partnering closely with Strategic Demand and Supply Planning
Represent Supply Chain at NPI governance forums with a lens to enabling solutions, risk management and alignment across Demand, Supply, Trade Customization and Project Management
Represent Supply Chain on business initiatives such as, but not limited to Acquisitions/Divestitures, Cross Functional Continuous Improvement, Regional/Global Supply Chain Planning Capabilities, Commercial Channel Development
Maintain employee development plans, performance reviews and succession plans for direct reports and work with other managers to continually develop organization design improvements for the department
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required, ideally with a focus in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Eight (8) years of supply chain or related experience is required
Two (2) years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Customer Support or Project Management is required
Demonstrated strong understanding of end-to-end processes (Supply to Customer) and associated analytics is required
Successful track record of delivering business results as an outcome of cross functional collaboration is required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint applications
Ability to work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly and tight deadlines exist
Ability to influence across various levels of organization
Desired Qualifications
2 years of people management experience is preferred
Advanced degree is preferred
Proficiency with SAP, APO, AC Nielsen or other forecasting/planning software is preferred
An IBF, APICS and/or Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is preferred
What's in it for you
Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050. This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors
Competitive Benefit Package*
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.