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This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see:Demand planning role is responsible for delivering against theestablished forecast accuracy metrics for the BFSI Chicago ExportOperation.Collaborating with customers across the globe to gather, analyze, andoffer demand insights that allow appropriate and proactive forecastadjustments, thus delivering highly accurate demand signals.Lead demand planning processes for export ensuring demand is visible tothe US planning teamsFacilitates the demand validation with orders vs demand, makes decisionsrelated to forecast adjustment, short lead order request process,avoiding excess or lack of product for export.Responsible for periodic reports to markets covering forecast vs salesand forecast accuracy.Support innovation/new product launches by executing tasks associatedwith the feasibility process and required systems setups.This role is responsible for training and requesting system access tonew incoming Demand Planner and is secondary back-up to the Supply ChainSr. Planner roles.Geographical Scope: 50+ countries, including Asia, Europe, the MiddleEast, South America, Mexico, Central America, Puerto Rico, and theCaribbean, etc.Responsibilities Accountable for understanding the forecast process by Business Unitor category for all exported products. Accountable for developing and deploying forecast processes tointernational markets, ensuring compliance with U.S. forecastrequirements (forecast calendar, forecast submission, upload, andoverall management). Gather, consolidate, and update forecasts in alignment with the U.S.forecast process. Utilize the SAP APO tool to develop the final forecast for ExportCustomers and deliver both short-term and long-term accuracy. Own final forecast targets for Foods, Snacks, FL, and BeveragesBusiness Units, ensuring achievement of short-term and long-termaccuracy goals. Collaborate weekly with the U.S. Demand Planning statistical forecastteam to deliver shared weekly and period UPC/DC forecast accuracy. Lead the annual AOP forecast creation and upload for all exportmarkets in collaboration with market teams and ERP systems teams. Maintain close day-to-day relationships with key internationalcontacts to gather intelligence related to volume and sales (tradepromotions, calendar events) and adjust projections accordingly. Coordinate with US Demand Planning Team Leads and maintain directrelationships with Business Unit contacts to stay informed onstrategies, activities, and events affecting product demand. Collaborate with the US Demand Planning Team, International Planners,and Sales Strategy teams as needed. Coordinate with the Innovation/Commercialization team to manageforecasts for new and discontinued products impacting Export Customers. Coordinate with Supply Chain teams on product discontinuationsaffecting Export Customers. Serve as a point of contact for Operations personnel at the demandpoint to clarify and disseminate information related to the forecast anddemand. Leverage experience, analysis, reporting, and gathered intelligenceto review history, evaluate demand, and take appropriate actions toadjust or override forecasts (baseline, lift). Lead ContinuousImprovement initiatives to enhance forecast accuracy, applying Six Sigmafundamentals where applicable to drive accuracy and productivity. Own all data related to Forecast Accuracy; create presentations anddeliver content by period, mid-year, end-of-year, or as requested. Forecast Accuracy is the primary Key Performance Indicator for thisfunction. Ensure clear engagement with TPW and pep+Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between$80,700 - $135,100. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and educationwill be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter canshare more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 5% ofannual salary paid out annually. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave,vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefitspackage to support our employees and their families, subject toelections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health,and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program(EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined ContributionRetirement Plan.Qualifications Bachelors degree in Statistics, Supply Chain, or a relateddiscipline Minimum of 3 years of supply chain experience Strong analytical skills Strong leadership, collaboration, and influencing skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills SAP knowledge APO tool experience Tableau proficiency Excellent presentation skills Continuous improvement mindset with strong analytical andcollaborative abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to train and support onboarding of new team members Abilit