Title:Demand Planner IV, Req# 31599252

Location:Cupertino,CA (onsite)

Contract:6+ Month

Job Description:

Duties:
• Analyze forecasted demand, inventory, develop weekly supply plans that meet customer demands. Results should meet AppleCare's target of fill rate, while minimizing total inventory cost
• Execute weekly plans optimally to minimize future gaps and maximize inventory turns
• Responsible for iOS Refurb supply/demand planning for WW and AMR region.
• Analyze weekly actuals and forecast to develop a weekly supply plan that meets customer demand as well as billing targets.
• Publish and reconcile weekly component forecast, ensure deltas and gaps are clearly communicated and bridged
• Analyze and resolve product backlogs, fill rates on a daily basis. Identify problem areas, and drive appropriate functional groups to correct.
• Coordinate weekly conference calls with EMEA/APAC teams to sync on supply and demand.
• Work closely with cross functional teams such as warehouses, finished goods planning and factory operations teams to ensure sufficient capacities and materials to meet supply requirements
• Identify opportunities for system enhancement and work with key business stakeholders and IT to implement continuous system improvements
Skills:
• Strong analytical skills combined with business acumen to make operational decisions on the fly
• Effective collaboration and communication approach to influence peers and executive management
• Excellent knowledge and demonstrated expertise in supply chain management concepts: forecasting, demand planning, inventory optimization
• Experience with ERP planning solutions such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
• Working knowledge to build Tableau dashboard is a plus

Background:
• APICS certification preferred
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree with a focus in business, supply chain management, mathematics, engineering, or logistics
• MBA or Master's Degree in supply chain, logistics, or industrial engineering preferred
• Minimum 3 years of forecasting, planning, purchasing, inventory or related experience
• Proven track record in delivering on operational KPI's, while managing projects and initiatives
• Experience in electronic product service supply chain a strong plus
PayRate: $65-72/hr,W2