Demand Planner, Import Brands

CHEERS! Founded in 1981, Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits markets quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. With our headquarters in Stamford, CT, DFWS is the 4th largest wine company with one of the fastest growing spirits portfolios. With our family values and unique culture, DFWS was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the U.S. in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is currently seeking a Demand Planner - Import Brands who possesses the below qualifications. This role will report to the Director of Inventory & Logistics Planning and will be responsible for incorporating current and accurate market information into customer demand forecasts, which will provide the entire organization with the appropriate information to plan how to meet that demand. They will be responsible for updating and maintaining the various demand planning files that drive our business.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain unconstrained demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function
• Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results
• Prepare for and support meetings with Sales, Supply Chain, and Marketing to better understand key demand forecast drivers
• Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach by working with Sales, Brand Managers, and Finance to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts
• Collaboratively establish, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); including forecast accuracy, bias and new product performance to plan
• Analyze and improve forecast accuracy; effectively determine sources of error and implement appropriate improvement plans
• Provide input to the Supply Planning department in aligning inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs including shipment forecasts by warehouse
• Assist in implementation of demand planning software
• Monitor SKU levels and provide input on the development and realization of inventory plans.
• Generate forward demand forecast for supplier production for review with Director of ILP, including development of yearly obligation and track progress and projections throughout obligation timeframes
• Regularly communicate with suppliers on current purchases, supplier inventory and shipping concerns
• Regularly provide insights and implications of demand plan updates to ILP Director
• Regularly communicate with the Supply Chain team on direct replenishment to distributors from supplier vs warehouse replenishment expectations
• Ad-hoc analysis as needed

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of operations experience in high-volume consumer durable goods industry (demand planning experience a plus)
• Bachelor's Degree Required (degree in Supply Chain Management a plus)
• CPIM or Six Sigma Certification a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
• Ability to research & interpret information
• Proven ability to flourish in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to assimilate and process data from a wide range of sources
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and knowledge of modern best practice methods
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for a demanding and customer focused working environment
• Strong MS Excel & PowerPoint skills (MS Access a plus)
• Knowledge of JDE, SAP/APO, Logility or other demand planning software solutions is preferred
• Willingness to embody company values: Think Big, Collaborate, Motivate, & Deliver Big

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career development opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• PTO
• 401 (k) match
• Product allowance to enjoy on DFWS products
• Tuition Reimbursement and a Post Secondary education scholarship program for employees' children
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

We Value Diversity

At DFWS, we believe that our differences are our strengths. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our team members, our customers, and our communities. We strive to create a work environment that fosters inclusion, respect, and collaboration. We are constantly learning and growing from our diverse perspectives and experiences. Inclusion and diversity are not just goals for us, but the core of all we do. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates as we foster a culture of inclusion that provides fair and equal opportunities for all.

About Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits

Initially called W.J. Deutsch & Sons Ltd., the company was founded in 1981 by Chairman Bill Deutsch to market quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. In 2009, it announced the expansion of the award-winning company to include a Spirits Portfolio. Today the company is renowned for its brand-building prowess and its ability to meet the needs of the modern consumer. Bill's son Peter Deutsch is CEO; thus two generations of the Deutsch family work side by side in their continuous quest to build strong brands and relationships throughout the wine and spirits industry.

The portfolio includes award-winning wines from Australia: [ yellow tail ], [ yellow tail ] Pure Bright; California: Force & Grace, Honest Thief, Josh Cellars, Josh Cellars Reserve, The Calling; France: Beau Joie, Cave de Lugny, Fleurs de Prairie, Hob Nob Vineyards, Sauvion et Fils; Italy: Barone Fini, Villa Pozzi; New Zealand: The Crossings; Portugal: Quinta Do Vale Meao; Argentina: Clos de los Siete; and award-winning spirits: Redemption Whiskey, Bib & Tucker Bourbon, Masterson's Rye, Gray Whale Gin, Luksusowa Vodka and Cantera Negra Tequila.

Learn more about Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits at www.deutschfamily.com

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