Demand Planner at Andersen Corporation

Heredia, Heredia, Costa Rica

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (engineering, finance, business, or supply chain preferred)
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to present numbers
  • Excellent speaking, writing, and reading skills in English
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Good interpersonal & communication skills
  • Execution oriented with strong problem solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Excellent internal and external customer focus
  • Willingness to work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at the office in AFZ, Heredia (additional office days may be required)
  • Unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • US VISA
  • Prior experience in the petrochemical industry
  • Understanding of Material Requirement Planning (MRP) in SAP (or similar ERP system)
  • Experience using systems such as SAP, demand planning tools, Power BI
  • APICS: CPIM certification
  • Key Competencies
  • Analytical
  • Influencing Others
  • Organized
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills

Responsibilities

  • Understanding of the customers and products in your assigned product families
  • With direction from supervisor and sales management, manage any allocation process (i.e. sales control) during times of limited supply
  • Work closely with sales to understand the customer needs for the near term and understand when gaps to forecast/budget need to be filled
  • Communicate any impactful deviations to the demand plan to the appropriate supply team to determine if changes in production plans are needed
  • Analysis of historical sales vs. the plan going forward. Challenge any discrepancies to understand the underlying assumptions and risks using KPI’s such as forecast accuracy and forecast bias. Influence changes to reduce forecast error and strive for continuous improvement
  • Daily monitoring of orders vs. forecast for the current month
  • Ensuring the forecast database, FUTURCAST, is updated in a timely fashion for key forecast snapshot dates during the month
  • Weekly participation in the Commercial War room with updates on your assigned product families
  • Participate in weekly production planning meetings and escalate any issues that need further attention
  • Represent the demand team on various projects or in meetings for your assigned product families
  • Overall forecasting process within the 0–6 month time horizon for assigned product families
  • Work closely with commercial team (Sales) and supply chain (Master Planners and Schedulers) to ensure smooth fulfillment of customer needs
  • Communication of the aggregate demand plan, along with any upside, while helping facilitate any gap closures needed

Skills

Demand Planning
Forecasting
Sales Analysis
KPI Analysis
Forecast Accuracy
Forecast Bias
Supply Chain Coordination
Stakeholder Communication
Data Analysis
Metrics Management

Andersen Corporation

Specializes in replacement windows and doors

About Andersen Corporation

Renewal by Andersen specializes in replacing windows and doors for homeowners looking to improve their homes. They offer a variety of styles and colors, focusing on high-quality, energy-efficient products. The process begins with a consultation where customers can use an Augmented Reality tool to visualize how different options will look in their homes. After selecting products, precise measurements are taken for a custom fit, and professional technicians handle the installation. This company stands out from competitors by providing a complete service from consultation to installation, ensuring customer satisfaction. Their goal is to enhance the aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency of homes while maintaining a strong reputation for quality, as shown by their awards.

Cottage Grove, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1995Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
VR & AR, Consumer GoodsIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Rising raw material costs could squeeze profit margins.
Labor shortages may delay project timelines and increase costs.
Emerging smart window technologies could impact market share.

Differentiation

Renewal by Andersen uses Augmented Reality for customer consultations, enhancing decision-making.
The company offers a complete service from consultation to professional installation.
Renewal by Andersen is recognized for high customer satisfaction, winning multiple J.D. Power awards.

Upsides

Increased demand for energy-efficient home improvements boosts market growth.
Expansion into Locust Grove, Georgia, with a $420 million investment enhances capacity.
Growing interest in eco-friendly materials aligns with Andersen's sustainable product offerings.

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