Demand Planning Manager

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.Demand PlanningResponsible to consolidate an 18-month rolling Demand & margin/mix plan for the Analytics segment in Americas and EuropeRepresent the Demand Planning function in the M&CS SIOP process. Lead monthly Pre-DRM and DRMCoordinates the demand planning process, critiques & analyses, and provides integrated understandingPartner with commercial and finance teams across segment divisions to gain consensus on demand plan and alignment between SIOP and financial planning processesMaintain list of assumptions, collected via the multiple stakeholders in the processFacilitates strategic decisions on issue resolution & gap closingProvide summary of sensitivities, vulnerabilities, opportunities to relevant KPIsContinuous improvement of Demand Planning process, actively searching for opportunities to streamline existing processesFacilitates data collection and reportingEnsures consistency with Xylem process standards for Demand Planning across the segmentStrategyCoordinate M&CS Demand Planning strategic reviews including systems and related processesBenchmark Xylem against competitors on Operational KPIsResearch market conditions and customer segmentation to support business case developmentProject Management & Other functionsLead supply chain projects in sales, manufacturing or distribution as assignedCrosstrain, Backup and temporarily replace members of the SIOP group as requiredPOSITION FACTORSIMPACTOperating Income: Responsibility for sites with annual COGS of ~483M USDCOMMUNICATIONEffectively 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/ KNOWLEDGEActively 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.RISKActively search information about potential planning and market issues. DECISION MAKING AUTHORITIESAs per DoA.KEY RELATIONSHIPSInternal: Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Procurement, ExecutiveExternal: Suppliers, Customers, Peer Companies, ConsultantsREQUIRED SKILLS / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONSHas bachelors degree (e.g. supply chain, finance)Minimum 5+ years relevant supply chain experience for a Global international companyOliver Wight / APICS Certification (or comparable)Demonstrated Leadership & Strategic developmentExcellent English skills and other languages is a plusKnowledge and experience of lean manufacturing, CI, and/or six sigma tools & conceptsExcellent analytical and presentation skillsHighly proficient in Excel and ERP planning systemsAbility to translate business and financial goals into action plansAbility to communicate effectively at all levels from manufacturing floor to ExecutiveAbility to multi-task, prioritize and work in a rapidly changing stressful environmentChange agent and ability to think creatively and look forwardKEY COMPETENCIESRepresent Xylem in a professional manner and maintain high personal integrityComply with the Xylem Code of ConductAbility to work independently and to travel (up to 10%)Ability to focus, prioritize and deliver results quicklyAdvanced analytical skills and ability to present results in a clear and simple mannerCan think out of the box and challenge a traditional mind-setCapable of working with multiple projects simultaneouslyCapable of working in a team environment involving multiple culturesStrong knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and their contribution to overall company targetsKeeps updated on world current events (general, customer, competitors)Willing and flexible to accept new challengesXylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.LI-TM1Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.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 Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation SummaryLocation: Charlotte, North Carolina; Morrisville, North Carolina (Office)Type: Full time