About the Position

Demand Planning Analyst

You will be a key stakeholder overseeing the Demand planning and inbound material activities within HARMAN Lifestyle Consumer Audio. You will analyze data to align forecasts with customer service goals and the business's financial plan.

Responsibilities

Execute scenario planning for current and long-term forecasts required to drive production and inventory planning.
Proactively alert sales and supply team on changes in Key Account buying patterns by SKU, changes in assortment, to maximize delivery of sales.
Lead forecasting reviews with sales, marketing, and finance teams to ensure alignment of inventory plans.
Lead excess and obsolesces prevention reviews and analyze variances of forecasted items quarterly.
Facilitate customer SKU allocation.
Liaison for the supply planning team with other functional teams (Sales, Ops, Logistics, and Marketing) to incorporate market intelligence into the forecasting environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or any related field.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Demand Planning and Data Management, preferably in a fast-paced consumer industry.
Experience with Point of Sale (POS) review.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Ability to articulate assumptions, recommend alternatives, and corrective actions for non-adherence.

Nice to Have

Work experience with large retailers (BBY, Target, Walmart, Amazon, etc.) is a plus.
Proficient in SAP/IBP.
Strong analytical skills, experience working with a large volume of data and performing quantitative analysis.

We Offer

Competitive wellness benefits and 401K Retirement Savings plan.
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities.
Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment.
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.).
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

About the Company

HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners, and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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