Communicate challenges and risks timely to ensure business continuity and informed decision-making.
S&OP Process Management
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain & Operations teams to align on demand assumptions, promotional impacts, and inventory strategies.
Partner with Product teams to create the demand planning for new product introductions by developing launch forecasts (including cannibalization) and adjusting plans based on early sales performance to ensure successful market entry.
Capability Management
Identify and present data-driven insights and scenario modeling to influence strategic decisions.
What You Will Bring to Graco
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or supply chain analysis preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
Continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving results.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with planning systems or ERP tools (Oracle is plus).
Accelerators
Knowledge of Supply Chain and lean manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship). Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position.
At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.
Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth. $64,600.00 - $113,100.00
