Demand Planning Analyst at Motorola Solutions

Company OverviewAt Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike enabling the coordination thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future. Department OverviewThe Supply Chain and Procurement organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment delivering world-class communications equipment and solutions for customers around the world. Our purpose is to deliver exceptional value and customer experience through agility speed and collaboration. We plan what products and services are needed source efficiently and ethically from a diverse supply base launch new products make and deliver solutions on time and exceed customer expectations through outstanding quality service and support. We are designed to bring value lead technology innovation and provide Motorola Solutions a competitive advantage on revenue cost cash and delivery.Job DescriptionThe Demand Analyst is a member of the North America Demand Planning team that is responsible for developing a demand plan participating in S&OP and executing a multi year demand plan to support the business objectives of Revenue Cost Cash and Customer Experience.In this role you will be responsible for the following:Demand Planning - Use and maintain the Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool reviewing historical sales trends researching demand drivers preparing forecast data developing statistical forecast models and evaluating forecast results.Forecast Accuracy - Create and implement processes to achieve best in class performanceDemand Stability - Identify practices that cause gyration to the supply base and systematically resolveInventory - Collaborate with Supply Planning to achieve inventory targetsExcess & Obsolescence - Collaborate with Supply Planning to mitigate opportunitiesSales & Operations Planning - Drive alignment with Sales Finance Supply Product and Engineering teams on demand plan over 2-year planning horizonCost - Drive efficiency in all areas of work and allocate resources to best achieve expected outcomesPreferred Skills:Excellent communication skills verbal and writtenKnowledge of Oracle Demand Planning or other ERP software preferredExperienced with other software packages including Windows and Microsoft Office. Strong analytical organizational decision making and presentation skills. Interpersonal skills are also essential to effectively interact with all teams areas and levels of business affecting the forecast process.Basic RequirementsRequired Skills:Bachelors degree in Business Communication IT Management or Supply Chain3 years of experience working in a Demand Planning or Supply Planning environment required.#LI-MM4#LI-ONSITETravel RequirementsUnder 10%Relocation ProvidedNonePosition TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYesOur :Incentive Bonus PlansMedical Dental Visionbenefits401K with Company Match10 Paid HolidaysGenerousPaidTime Off PackagesEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaidParental & Family Leaveand more!EEO StatementMotorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Direct Sales,Administrative Skills,Logistics Distribution,Facilities Management,Civil Project Management,Asic Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1