S&OP IBP Planning Analyst II

SUMMARY:
Analyses of IFCO network, forecasting both inbound and outbound flows to/from our service center network and to/from our growers and retail partners. Implement and manage master data inputs in SAP IBP, into the forecast, and provide weekly/monthly reporting of overages and shortfalls.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
S&OP

• Implement multilevel forecasting, providing visual analytics via PowerBI to Operations, Retail & Grower Sales, Transportation, Sourcing, and Reverse Logistics
• Bridge IBP forecast to actuals, display visually in PowerBI, monitoring return trends by retailers, outbound to growers, and inflows to service centers - research deviations from plans.
• Act as key user for Manufacturing in IBP managing master data and planning parameters, reviewing output, and making adjustments as necessary.
• Responsible for managing supplier relationships including but not limited to sharing forecasts, placing, and tracking purchase orders, maintaining Safety Stock and keep organization informed of any potential issues that may arise while crafting plans to mitigate them.

Analysis

• Identify and lead execution of initiatives, projects, and process improvements.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Build, maintain, and publish KPIs in PowerBI
• Compare forecasted return flows from retail locations to actuals, uncover opportunity areas for improved collection flows.
• Provide lane level mapping of service center to Grower flows and retailer to service center flows matching operational capacities with customer volumes.
• Provide forecasted outbound RPCs from service centers to growers, compared to actuals.
• Input & maintain key figures in IBP.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or commensurate work experience
• Minimum 3 years of supply chain, finance or accounting experience required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a corporate environment (analytical function highly preferred)
• Demonstrated proven ability to build new PowerBI dashboards, linking data from multiple sources, including SQL.
• Prior experience forecasting inflows and outflows inside a dynamic supply chain.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy required in PowerBI.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and constraints.
• Willingness to support other team members in addition to normal responsibilities.
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, flexibility, and resourcefulness.

IFCO offers a competitive benefits package with new hire medical/dental/vision benefits starting on the 1st of the month after hire, 401 (k) match with immediate vesting, annual bonus potential, merit increases, and a team environment with leadership growth opportunities.
At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer.
We are looking forward to receiving your application.