Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Citizen Watch America
Job overview
The Sr. Manager, Demand Planning at Citizen Watch America leads demand forecasting to optimize inventory and support cross-functional planning, impacting supply chain and financial outcomes.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing 18-month SKU-level forecasts, maintaining forecasting systems, collaborating monthly with Sales and Merchandising, managing in-season forecasting KPIs, and mitigating inventory risks through cross-functional teamwork.
Compensation and benefits
The annual salary range is $110,000 to $130,000. No additional benefits are specified in the description.
Experience and skills
Requires a BA/BS in Supply Chain or related field preferred, 5-7 years of demand or omni-channel planning experience, proficiency in Excel and Power BI, experience with cloud-based planning platforms like o9, exposure to SAP, strong organizational and communication skills, and management capabilities.
Company information
Citizen Watch America is implied to be a company involved in supply chain and commercial planning, focusing on demand forecasting and inventory management.
Company overview
Citizen Watch America is a subsidiary of Citizen Watch Co., Ltd., a Japanese company renowned for its innovative timepieces and technology. They make money by designing, manufacturing, and selling a wide range of watches, including the Eco-Drive line, which uses light as a power source. Important history includes the company's founding in 1918 and its pioneering development of the world's first light-powered analog quartz watch in 1976. Citizen Watch America continues to lead in sustainable watchmaking and cutting-edge horological advancements.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in demand planning and omni-channel forecasting, emphasizing your ability to develop accurate, rolling 18-month SKU-level forecasts and reduce inventory risk.
Showcase your cross-functional collaboration skills by detailing experience working with sales, merchandising, finance, and business intelligence teams to create consensus demand plans and align forecasts to financial budgets.
Emphasize proficiency with cloud-based planning platforms like o9, SAP exposure, and advanced Excel and Power BI skills to demonstrate your technical capabilities relevant to the role.
Apply through multiple channels including Citizen Watch America’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of landing an interview.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in the Demand Planning or Supply Chain divisions at Citizen Watch America; start conversations by referencing recent product launches, industry trends, or asking about their approach to integrating sales and merchandising inputs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'demand planning,' 'forecasting,' 'S&OP,' 'SKU-level forecast,' 'inventory management,' 'o9 platform,' 'SAP,' 'Excel,' and 'Power BI' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings effectively.
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