Full Time Demand Planning Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Bosch Mobility Aftermarket, we believe in creating a work culture that embodies our core values of grow, enjoy, and inspire. Our Mobility Aftermarket division provides diagnostic and repair shop equipment, spare parts, and repair solutions for passenger cars and commercial vehicles worldwide. Our Automotive Service Solutions operations supply testing and repair-shop technology, diagnostic software, service training, and information services.Our OE Wiper operations has several plants globally serving the OE's with innovative wiper arms.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge while working with cutting-edge technology. We want you to enjoy what you do and feel inspired to contribute your best to our customers and to the growth of our business. We believe that by cultivating a work environment that encourages personal and professional growth, enjoyment, and inspiration, we can achieve great things together.

Join us at Bosch Mobility Aftermarket and help us shape the future of mobility!

BASIC FUNCTIONS

Use company forecasting and SAP/APO systems to manage demand planning for multi-location, multi-customer network. Use Supply Chain Management (SCM) principles to comprehend all factors that can influence and affect the forecast, and communicate these factors to Sales, Marketing, & Operations.  Plan, order and control inventory.   Design, develop, test, maintain and support fulfillment systems for the supply planning group. Participate in all aspects of systems development, including project management.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use SAP/APO systems to manage demand planning for a multi-location network.* 
• Use Supply Chain Management (SCM) principles to comprehend all factors that can influence and affect the forecast, and communicate these factors to Sales, Marketing, & Operations.*
• Lead monthly Sales & Operations Planning process from demand consensus building with sales and marketing through to agreement on supply/inventory plan with senior leadership. 
• Continuously identify and develop areas for improvement related to monthly forecasting process.*
• Perform trend analysis to report inconsistencies with forecasts and actual sales.*
• Create and maintain performance metrics comparing forecasts to actual sales taking into consideration the lag analysis.*
• Maintain statistically generated forecasts and related parameters.*
• Assist in the monthly Consensus Forecasting Process.
• Participate in the development of inventory and service level strategy to ensure departmental Sales Forecast Accuracy (SFA) targets are met.*
• Participate in development processes and system enhancements and implementations
• Develop necessary tools to help continually ensure data integrity of inventory, part number maintenance and planning throughout the supply planning system.
• Keep abreast of changes to industry and look to improve processes.

SCOPE FACTORS

• Continuously improve forecasting processes to improve forecast accuracy. 
• Plan and control several thousand (1,500 to 2,500) inventory items.
• Decisions may significantly impact income, expenses, operations, associates, relations, and customer relations.
• Erratic sales patterns.
• Ever increasing demands from customers.
• Contribute and participate in cross-functional teams performing a variety of functions.
• Independently analyze and solve problems of moderate complexity, utilizing more senior level staff for guidance on difficult and complex assignments

Qualifications / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• BS in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or other related field
• 3-5 years business experience, including at least 1 year with supply chain and logistics functions such as demand planning, production planning, and distribution planning in an automotive or consumer products business with emphasis on forecasting and statistics
• SAP/APO previous experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, strong process development skills
• Strong Forecast Management systems skills (JDA, I2 Technologies, NewMetrics, SAP, Oracle, Logility)
• Strong analytical skills
• Detail and multi-task oriented
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner

 Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

Will consider E3 or E4 depending on years of experience. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000 - $100,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc.

In addition to your base salary, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement & Bosch Defined Contribution plan with an attractive employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave, adoption assistance; and reimbursement of education expenses. Learn more about our full benefits offerings by visiting: https://www.myboschbenefits.com/public/welcome. Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits.