Customer Demand Manager, Chemical Manufacturing

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Lead Demand Planning activities throughout the defined region to ensure a two-to-three (2-3) year demand forecast.

Rewards and Benefits

The compensation package for this position will include a base salary, annual bonus, and employee benefits that are effective the first day of employment.
 
Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!  
Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus 

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a key interface between the Integrated Supply Chain and Commercial teams.
• Manage Demand Planners servicing designated business units.
• Create high-quality demand plans and adequate forecasting, using the appropriate forecasting model, ensuring accuracy of master data.
• Build monthly forecast using statistical tools and market information, concentrating on the four (4) to thirty-six (36) months' timeframe.  Will review forecast accuracy to meet objectives, support system improvements, and identify/resolve gaps.
• Work closely with country and/or regional business managers as well as cluster integrated supply chain teams, both inside and outside of region, to ensure undisrupted supply to customers and markets.
• Lead investigations into customer complaints, ensuring effective resolution of issue(s).

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• 7 years' demand planning/demand management experience in the coatings industry or chemical manufacturing.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, interpret and communicate data in a clear and professional manner.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.  Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDA and forecasting software such as OMP required.
• APICS certification within the last two (2) years.
• Fluent in English.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 41049