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Ebro Electronic GmbH lists this Demand Planning Manager opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.
Demand Planning Responsible to consolidate an 18-month rolling Demand & margin/mix plan for the Analytics segment in Americas and Europe.
Represent the Demand Planning function in the M&CS SIOP process.
Lead monthly Pre-DRM and DRM.
Coordinates the demand planning process, critiques & analyses, and provides integrated understanding.
Partner with commercial and finance teams across segment divisions to gain consensus on demand plan and alignment between SIOP and financial planning processes.
Maintain list of assumptions, collected via the multiple stakeholders in the process.
Facilitates strategic decisions on issue resolution & gap closing.
Provide summary of sensitivities, vulnerabilities, opportunities to relevant KPIs.
Continuous improvement of Demand Planning process, actively searching for opportunities to streamline existing processes.
Facilitates data collection and reporting.
Ensures consistency with Xylem process standards for Demand Planning across the segment.
Strategy Coordinate M&CS Demand Planning strategic reviews including systems and related processes.
Benchmark Xylem against competitors on Operational KPIs.
Research market conditions and customer segmentation to support business case development.
Project Management & Other functions Lead supply chain projects in sales, manufacturing or distribution as assigned Crosstrain, Backup and temporarily replace members of the SIOP group as required.
POSITION FACTORS IMPACT
Operating Income: Responsibility for sites with annual COGS of ~483M USD.
COMMUNICATION
Effectively communicate with commercial teams, manufacturing sites, sourcing, sales, distribution centers and finance functions at all staff levels to ensure goal fulfillment for Xylem. Can lead and direct a change process and be eager to make a difference. In a professional way represent Xylem to external suppliers / customers.
INNOVATION/ KNOWLEDGE
Actively search for new or more optimal processes to improve forecast accuracy, reduce logistic cost, optimize service and inventory. Understand the supply chain planning industry trends and effectively communicate to drive change, input to strategy.
RISK
Actively search information about potential planning and market issues.
DECISION MAKING AUTHORITIES
As per DoA.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Procurement, Executive External: Suppliers, Customers, Peer Companies, Consultants
REQUIRED SKILLS / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS
Has bachelors degree (e.g. supply chain, finance)
Minimum 5+ years relevant supply chain experience for a Global international company
Oliver Wight / APICS Certification (or comparable)
Demonstrated Leadership & Strategic development
Excellent English skills and other languages is a plus
Knowledge and experience of lean manufacturing, CI, and/or six sigma tools & concepts
Excellent analytical and presentation skills
Highly proficient in Excel and ERP planning systems
Ability to translate business and financial goals into action plans
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels from manufacturing floor to Executive
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a rapidly changing stressful environment
Change agent and ability to think creatively and look forward
KEY COMPETENCIES
Represent Xylem in a professional manner and maintain high personal integrity
Comply with the Xylem Code of Conduct
Ability to work independently and to travel (up to 10%)
Ability to focus, prioritize and deliver results quickly
Advanced analytical skills and ability to present results in a clear and simple manner
Can think out of the box and challenge a traditional mind-set
Capable of working with multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of working in a team environment involving multiple cultures
Strong knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and their contribution to overall company targets
Keeps updated on world current events (general, customer, competitors)
Willing and flexible to accept new challenges
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen. Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Assertive Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
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Möchten Sie wissen, welche Wirkung Sie erzielen können? Unser Ziel ist es, den Zugang zu Wasser und dessen Qualität zu optimieren und einen verantwortungsvollen Verbrauch zu fördern, damit Gemeinden auf der ganzen Welt gedeihen können.
Durch Xylem Watermark, unser Corporate-Citizenship-Programm, stellen wir sichere Wasserressourcen bereit und schützen sie für Gemeinden auf der ganzen Welt, indem wir alle Interessengruppen einbeziehen und über Wasserfragen aufklären.
Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit bei Xylem Xylem ist ein Unternehmen, was Chancengleichheit fördert. Alle Entscheidungen werden ohne Rücksicht auf Nationalität, Hautfarbe, Religion, ethnische Herkunft, Geschlecht, sexuelle Orientierung, Geschlechtsidentität oder -ausdruck, Alter, Behinderung oder anderer gesetzlich geschützter Merkmale getroffen. Mehr dazu finden Sie hier: (
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Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology!
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