Demand Analyst

The Demand Analyst is accountable for developing an accurate demand forecast by improving the statistical forecast baseline, gathering and merging insights from Sales, and facilitating discussions to reach consensus on future demand. This team member utilizes statistical forecasting models to create customer- and SKU-level Demand Plans for North America. In this role, the Demand Analyst will report to the Senior SIOP Manager and support the SIOP team (Supply Planning, Inventory Management) and, as requested, cross‑functional interactions with Sales and Marketing, Operations, R&D, and Purchasing teams. Essential Duties Review historical sales trends and other demand drivers. Maintain the statistical models used for creating the statistical forecast at the customer+SKU level. Generate the statistical forecast from the statistical models at the customer+SKU level. Calculate forecast error and net bias. Design and drive action plans to improve forecast accuracy. Develop demand forecast reports at multiple levels of aggregation for differing time horizons for various audiences. Ensure that sales, marketing, and product management provide forecast adjustments from market intelligence by the due date to complete the demand planning process. Refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions. Publish the consensus demand forecast at multiple levels of aggregation for differing time horizons for various audiences. Review the consensus demand plan's financial impact. Reconcile the SKU unit forecast with the financial forecast. Gather necessary inputs for the Demand Review meetings. Support the Senior SIOP Manager in facilitating the Demand Review meetings and use a collaborative approach with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Finance to ensure current and accurate information is used to create the consensus demand plan. Collaborate with the Supply Planners to balance supply and demand. Drive continuous improvement actions in the demand planning process. Identify key issues that require immediate escalation to Sales or Operations as required. Participate in the fully integrated SIOP process in the Demand Analyst role. Support all Chryso production and distribution facilities in the US and Canada. Collaborate with Sales to communicate production needs to Planning, Operations, and Finance. Considered a point of contact with Sales. Other Duties as Assigned. Required: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, IT, or Finance major preferred. 2-5 years of related Supply Chain/Demand Planning experience in manufacturing. CPIM or Equivalent Certification. Knowledge of standard Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning or Integrated Business Planning methodologies. Skilled in the development and use of statistical forecasting models. Skilled in the use of SAP. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Strategic thinking skills. Decisive without having perfect information. Extensive analytical skills. Effective problem‑solving skills. Planning and organization skills. Strong critical thinking skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills. Ability to informally influence others and work cross-functionally with many groups. Self‑motivated and able to work without supervision within the context of the position. Compensation and Benefits Base salary: $81,500 - $126,500 per year. Eligible for an annual bonus. Targeted bonus 10% of base salary. Total Target Cash: $89,650 - $139,150. Health and Wellbeing: Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance. Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options. LiveWell Wellness Program. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave. Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan. Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability. Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance. Group Legal. Identity Theft Protection. Auto and Home Insurance. Pet Insurance and Discounts. Back-up Child & Elder Care. PerkSpot Employee Discount Program. Saint‑Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint‑Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint-Gobain