Statistical Planner - Hybrid Vernon Hills, IL

Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Fueled by our shared passion and expertise, CDW delivers innovative technology solutions for our customers. We're also committed to fostering an environment that embraces collaboration, celebrates integrity, inclusivity, and individuality, and paves the path for personal and professional growth. Experience a life in balance and join us on the journey forward. Job Summary Statistical Planners develop statistical forecasts for a particular scope of business, creating demand plans at the category level. Statistical Planners work with Demand Planners to develop base forecasts, adjusting based on a range of variables and ultimately guiding procurement decisions within CDW. Statistical Planners balance knowledge of supply chain, product categories, and statistical analysis to deliver accurate forecasts
What you will do:
Statistical Planning
* Statistical Planners are responsible for the execution and monitoring of the statistical planning processes for a defined scope of business. This includes statistical forecast tuning and outlier monitoring and correction.
* Analyze history for patterns and manage anomalies. Review statistical forecast and any significant variances in the forecast to make appropriate model parameters adjustments. Demand Collaboration
* Collaborate with Demand Planners in the management of the consensus forecast for a defined scope of business, responsible for development of base forecast upon which input is added.
* Collaborate with Demand Planners in the management of new product introductions, supersession, large customer hits, and other variables impacting forecast accuracy. Maintain ownership of appropriate model parameters, determining and performing relevant adjustments. Analyze Performance & Develop Action Plan
* Data gathering, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including review of business process metrics and measures linking to business metrics. Review forecast accuracy, forecast bias, and assess collaborative intel to make recommendations to enhance business processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies. Drive awareness to plan and represent the plan progress as needed
What we expect of you:
* Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of Purchasing/Supply Chain Management experience OR 9 years of Purchasing/Supply Chain Management experience
* Expert in Excel and proficient in use of reporting and other analytical tools.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact and present to all stakeholders including executive leadership.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Demonstrated price negotiation and analytical skills.
* Critical thinking and resourcefulness to solve problems with supply chain and inventory management.
* Strong understanding of supply chain and demand planning process and associated leading practices.
* Strong analytical skills to recognize and interpret both history and forecasts.
* SQL, Access, JDA/BY Demand planning experience are a plus Pay range: $ 88,000 - $ 122,400 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.