Inventory Data Management - Demand Planner

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Summary:

The Demand Planner will be responsible for managing and maintaining forecasts in our Logility system. This position will be the primary contact for Forecast Collaboration and Life Cycle planning; provide forecasting support for demand planning group; maintain offline forecast data files and supply forecast analysis as requested. Responsible for providing interim updates to the Logility system between month end closings.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the Forecast Collaboration Manager to ensure customer forecast changes are implemented.
• Maintain forecast integrity for assigned parts.
• Ensure all weekly and monthly processes are run on a timely basis.
• Prepare and issue all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as assigned.
• Act as the primary support person for the DPG team members for forecasting and system questions.
• Analyze and report on forecasting exceptions.
• Manage and maintain the customer collaboration and Life Cycle Planning tools in Logility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.