Demand Planner

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The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you a driven and motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds relationships, collaborates with a great team, innovates to achieve business results? Join one of the country’s top consumer packaged goods companies, Smithfield Foods! We have built a culture that places value on our employees, our animals, the environment and the communities we all share.

Smithfield Foods is consistently evolving and looking for individuals who can foster relationships and achieve results to impact our bottom line! Whether it is bacon, ham, fresh pork or another product category, you will work with a cross-functional environment from Business Management to Logistics to Plant Operations to deliver the service and products to our customers and consumers.

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Forecast Modeling & Data Analysis:
Apply advanced statistical modeling techniques to develop accurate demand forecasts using historical and market data. Utilize forecasting software to generate predictive models, review performance outputs, and implement error analysis strategies to continuously refine forecast accuracy and support smarter supply chain decisions. Business Planning & Demand Insights:
Collaborate with Sales and Business Management to present and assess forecast performance, incorporating feedback and promotional plans to refine operational forecasts. Track inputs from new and lost business, analyze demand shifts by distribution center, and identify root causes of forecast errors. Recommend adjustments and contribute to setting annual forecast accuracy targets to drive continuous improvement and strategic alignment across the supply chain.

Data-Driven Planning & Strategic Analysis:
Support the reconciliation of significant variances and refine forecast models based on updated commercial assumptions. Drive SKU rationalization within assigned categories and analyze shipment trends and category dynamics to validate and enhance total volume forecasts. Demand Analysis & Data Integrity Management:
Monitor weekly SKU and location-level performance to meet accuracy targets, analyze forecast error trends, and take corrective action to improve reliability. Leverage tools such as Anaplan, SAP, and BI platforms to ensure high data integrity, incorporate market and competitive intelligence, and deliver timely insights to Supply Chain partners for scenario planning and agile decision-making.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or…