Demand Planner

Demand Planner Job Description You were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. About You In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include: Lead development of 0–18 month SKU forecasts using data-driven analysis to meet accuracy and bias targets Facilitate monthly Demand Review, communicating assumptions, forecast drivers, and risks/opportunities to stakeholders Analyze forecast performance and identify root causes of error to drive continuous accuracy improvements Contribute to Integrated Business Process Meetings, aligning cross-functional inputs (Sales, Marketing, Supply, Finance) to refine forecasts Partner with sales and customer teams to incorporate retail plan changes and key volume drivers into forecasts Drive continuous improvement of forecasting processes, tools, and analytics to enhance accuracy and support customer service outcomes To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications: Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a Business Related field, a degree in Supply Chain, preferred. 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Finance or Customer Development. Experience with accurate business forecasting, supply and demand, and quantitative business analysis skills. Experience in developing customer relations and providing business analysis Advanced analytical skills, experience extracting repository data and building reports in tools such as Power BI, Business Objects, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Excel. Experience explaining to other business partners the insights of ad-hoc reporting to identify root cause of forecast errors. Team player that has the ability to share knowledge with peers to elevate the data analytics capabilities of the team. Skill in problem solving, ethical judgement and decision making, storytelling, and project/risk management. Ability to travel up to 10% of work time. Preferred Qualifications Demand planning experience in Kinaxis strongly preferred. Knowledge of Supply Chain, Finance, Customer Development, Shopper Research, and Marketing concepts is a plus. Knowledge of and experience with Integrated Business Process (IBP ) is a plus. Proficient in data access, analytical tools, and PC based applications (Microsoft Suite, SAP, TPM/A4O). Cross-cultural, prioritization and time management, resource and team management, active listening, adaptability, and interpersonal and social perspectives. Led by Purpose. Driven by You. Total Benefits We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you. Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see To Be Considered Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role. In the meantime, please check out the careers website And finally, the fine print…. For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies. Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role. Salary Range: 87,260 – 107,780 USD At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only. Primary Location Neenah - West Office Facility 1 Additional Locations Chicago Commercial Center Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.