Business planning manager job description

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This position will be responsible for optimizing the demand plan, each month, for a 24-month outlook across multiple sales regions and manufacturing operations in support of the Masonite business units; and leads business report and analysis for sales and operations. Working in coordination with sales leaders, establishes alternative scenarios, evaluates financial impacts, maintains market models, applies statistical tools and data sets, and ensures that customer requirements are integrated into a single business demand plan. Leads IBP analysts who support integrated business planning.

Lead the demand consensus process each month to review forecasts while driving alignment to the best operational demand plan. Develop demand forecasts (operational/sales forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of the demand planning and dependent demand planning functions.Leads projects to drive improvements in supply chain performance as a project and change manager.Organizes effective and efficient communication between all functions in the full value chain: customers, sales, marketing, production, procurement, suppliers, finance.Support Capacity planning, Finance, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams with unit forecast and sales analysis.Responsible for creating the unit level annual operating plan (AOP) and quarterly financial forecasts while implementing processes to ensure that the team and the company meets the unit targets and financial goals.Lead the development of Power BI business content for Sales and OperationsMonitors and reports lead time / inventory (backlog) performance and initiates improvement plans where needed; develops and maintains system-based tools for optimization of the demand plan.Other tasks assigned by the Director of SIOP or leadership to meet company goals and targets.

Education
College degree required, preferably in Supply Chain ManagementMaster's degree preferred or able to begin within a year Lean Six Sigma Black Belt PreferredAPICS Certification Preferred

Experience
Supply Management experience at both plant level and at aggregate business level required.Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning required.Minimum 3 years analytical experience required Minimum 2 years project management experience required. Lean and Six Sigma experience preferred.

Competencies
Analytical skills Negotiation skills MRP / MPS, Microsoft AXTeamwork, and interpersonal skills.Change ManagementProject ManagementMicrosoft Office Suites; Excel; PowerPoint; Power BISQL / Essbase / Database ManagementExcellent verbal, written, negotiation and organizational skills.Strong prioritization, planning, reporting and organizational skills Able to travel up to 25% of the time

Open to extraordinary!

Nordstrom is committed to being the leader in Omnichannel retailing. We have long recognized the importance of having strong capabilities in both Physical and Digital retailing and we continue to innovate on how we can help our customers LOOK THEIR BEST and FEEL GOOD.
The
Manager of Integrated Business Planning
will be
a key leader driving our S&OP and S&OE planning cycles
that deliver superior customer service and drive growth through near and long-term planning processes that maximizes demand and operational supply. The Manager, Integrated Business Planning plays a critical role
1) orchestrating integrated planning cycles that create cross-functional consensus operational plans 2) working hand in hand with data science and analytics professionals to design and develop robust models that produce plans with a high degree of accuracy 3) supporting multiple operational planning horizons to ensure Nordstrom's supply chain can proactively meet customers' expectations.


The Manager, Integrated Business Planning will focus on evolving existing business models to drive significant positive impact on the organization and on key metrics across customer experience, service levels, and cost. Working with teams across the organization, this individual will drive discipline in our operational planning and execution rhythm, continuously innovate and evolve our planning capabilities, and provide visibility and accountability to execution against our consensus plans.

The role is complex in that it requires an individual who can
flex their focus from theoretical to operational
in near real-time and is able to
partner collaboratively with many teams
(Finance, Merchandising, Inventory Flow Planning, Store Ops, Field Ops, Data Science and Technology) to align on trade-offs and paths forward. The role
requires outstanding stakeholder management skills and a track record in delivering results
across multiple orgs and geographies.


A day in the life...


Driving integrated planning rhythms for S&OP and S&OE that optimize end to end Supply Chain service levels and cost, considering operational constraints and organizational priorities Partnering, aligning, and integrating with merchandising, sales, financial, and supply/capacity planning processes Collaborating with data science and analytics partners to design and continuously improve planning and forecasting models and tools Developing and executing an operating cadence that drives a culture of continuous optimization with key cross-functional stakeholder teams (Finance, Merchandising, SC Planning, Operations, Transportation, Product/Tech) Developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on cross-functional KPIs to ensure effective execution, integration and performance of S&OP and S&OE processes Driving/sustaining change within the organization through stakeholder management, developing/implementing organization-wide training sessions and overseeing planning processes and meetings Shaping the maturation of the S&OP and S&OE strategies, capabilities and processes to improve planning processes and overall impact Continuously improve the monthly integrated planning cycle including: timeliness of the demand and supply plan submissions, robust alignment with financial budgets and projections and critical meetings across stakeholder groups and Executive teams Build a network of internal and external stakeholders to seek out innovation and partnership in anticipation of future business needs



You own this if you have...


Bachelor's degree; MBA or MS preferred 5-7 years of experience in one of the following: retail / e-commerce / modeling and analytics / operations 3-5 years of experience in Integrated Business Planning, Sales & Operations Planning, Demand Planning, or other connected planning disciplines A demonstrated understanding of how analytics, business strategy, and operations work together to drive and execute strategy Ability to deal with ambiguity, plan for success while being tenacious at mitigating failure, make decisions and drive, and above all, be a great partner. Experience designing, developing, and implementing enterprise-wide, data driven planning and forecasting processes Experience working directly with data science, analytics teams, and tech teams High emotional intelligence and ability to act as a change agent Ability to juggle multiple priorities and make things happen in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to influence through writing Strong business acumen, analytical, and problem-solving skills Extreme curiosity and appetite for learning and growth



We've got you covered...


Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources


A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Pay Range Details


The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

New York: $103,500 - $175,000

To help save our customers green, we need an amazing team who knows all about it. Our National Finance & Administration Services department oversees the management of the critical resources and infrastructure that our people need to get the job done at every level. This service department is designed to make sure our retail divisions and executive leadership receive the support they need to run a successful operation. Within Finance our teams include: Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Reporting, Tax and Treasury.

Position Type: Full-Time

This role is eligible to participate in ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week).
Duties and Responsibilities:

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

* Works with leadership to forecast short-term financial results of the Company.
* Consults with leadership on the development of their team's strategy.
* Works actively with other teams to develop processes yielding higher internal efficiency.
* Identifies future areas of interest to explore and evaluate.
* Manages the monthly financial forecast and annual planning process of the Company.
* Prepares, maintains, and documents plans for large-scale projects in employee's area of responsibility.
* Identifies, prioritizes, and assigns tasks for all direct reports.
* Assures the training, development, and performance of their team's staff to retain a motivated, professional workforce that achieves their career objectives.
* Recruits and recommends qualified employees for their team's staff positions.
* Approves all time-off requests for direct reports.
* Establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to their team to assure mutual understanding of desired results; evaluates performance and achievement of expectations and desired results; resolves internal or external barriers that prohibit successful goal achievement.
* Understands the overarching company strategy, as well as communicates and models the core values, of the organization to create a sense of teamwork and membership among employees.
* Liaises with regions to ensure timely and efficient communication flow.
* Consults with the business to effectively design and streamline applicable processes within the organization.
* Keeps up-to-date on external best practices and relevant changes to their field/area; communicates updates to leadership.
* Manages their team by driving projects and tasks to completion through effective prioritization, work planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Identifies cost-saving opportunities and potential process improvements.
* Serves as the primary link between their team's staff and leadership to assure understanding of company goals, objectives, and opportunities for improvement.
* Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

ALDI Acts Competencies:

Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below.

* Managing Self: Seeking feedback, reflecting upon personal behaviors and looking for growth opportunities. Displaying composure, resilience and a positive approach to work.
* Communicating with Impact: Communicating clearly and effectively in written, non-verbal and verbal communication to inform, inspire, motivate and influence. Appreciating the importance of listening, empathy and respect.
* Cooperating with Others: Creating and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Actively consulting, managing conflict and appreciating alternative perspectives and cultures.
* Leading People: Fostering a cooperative leadership style that empowers and motivates. Providing clear expectations and direction. Developing people in their roles and supporting future growth.
* Driving Decisions and Results: Showing ownership by making informed decisions, executing efficiently and taking responsibility for results. Pursuing goals and taking initiative. Using market awareness to better meet the customers' needs (internal and external).
* Managing Change: Demonstrating flexibility and embracing changes to adapt to shifting business needs and emerging technologies. Identifying opportunities for business improvements. Effectively implementing changes in alignment with business goals.

Job-specific Competencies:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Knowledge of financial forecasting and planning tools and processes, reporting requirements, and data presentation.
* Extensive experience managing financial projects.
* Demonstrated experience applying financial analysis strategies, Discounted Cash Flow models, cost-benefit analysis.
* Ability to compare financial performance with projections and facilitate corrective actions when results differ significantly from plan.
* In-depth Knowledge of financial statement analysis, accounting processes, and financial consolidation.
* In-depth Knowledge of treasury and liquidity forecasting.
* Conduct and effectively lead meetings with own and other teams.
* Ability to recommend, interpret, and/or apply company policies and procedures.
* Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
* Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports.
* Understands the history, strategy, organizational authority, interdependence of job duties, products, systems, and services of the company.
* Conflict management skills.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field required.
* A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning and Analysis required.
* Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
* CPA, CFA, or Master Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
* Experience managing a staff of 5 or more member preferred.

Physical Requirements:

* Work is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform duties.
* Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another.
* Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
* Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs.

Travel:

* International & Domestic travel required.
* Up to 10%.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

* 401(k) Plan
* Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* PerkSpot National Employee Discount Program

In addition, eligible employees are offered:

* Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
* Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
* Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
* Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
* Voluntary Term Life Insurance

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ALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.