Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst

Who we are
At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson's and BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.

Role reports to: Senior Manager, Customer Logistics
Location: Rogers, AR
Travel : 10%

What you will do
Seeking a Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst with robust analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency with computer systems, and strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with our top customers and sales teams. The CPFR Analyst will also think strategically, challenge convention, and be willing to take a leadership role within the team.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop analytical skills, demonstrate leadership, gain valuable customer experience, and shape the direction of how Kenvue forecasts and manages its inventory.
• Conduct forecasting, replenishment, and inventory analysis.
• Forecasting includes base item forecasting, promotional forecasting, and event planning.
• Replenishment involves assuring service level performance is aligned with the established customer requirements.
• Inventory analysis is required to ensure proper levels are maintained and reduced where possible.
• Play a critical role in collaborating with Planning and Sales within Kenvue to improve national forecast accuracy and better distribution of finished goods' inventory.
• Represent customer forecasts in the Sales & Operations Planning process, and perform forecast accuracy analysis to identify focus areas within the operating companies.
• Collaborate with our customers to identify areas of opportunity for greater efficiency and service improvement.
• Seek opportunities and lead improvement projects, which include integrated demand planning efforts, new technology assessments and implementations, incorporating more advanced forecasting methodologies, and logistic efficiency improvements.
• Identify and potentially participate in opportunities to be involved in benchmarking, attending industry conferences, and providing critical input into the strategic direction of the organization.

Qualifications

What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
• Minimum of bachelor's degree or higher is required; focused degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or another related field is preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in any combination of the following functions is required: supply chain management, planning, logistics, procurement, manufacturing and/or related field
• Proficiency with MS Office, specifically MS Excel (pivot tables & V Lookups) and Word
• Ability to influence and constructively challenge cross-functional project teams and business partners to achieve goals
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret large amounts of data
• Strong partnering and communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to communicate across varying levels
• Curiosity and desire to learn new systems/applications
• Customer-centric mentality
• Experience working across cross-functional teams

Desired Qualifications
• An advanced degree in supply chain or MBA
• Proficiency with Advanced Analytics & visualization tools like PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau
• Experience in SAP and how to use the system capabilities to drive value
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end supply chain
• Supply Chain experience or knowledge in Order Management, Forward and Reverse Distribution/Logistics, Replenishment, and/or Planning
• Customer-facing experience Finance knowledge or work experience in any of the following areas: accounts receivable, deduction management, and/or cash application and collections
• Distribution, Transportation, Category Management, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Planning, and/or Sales experience
• Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence Tools, Training, and/or Certification

What's in it for you
• Competitive Total Rewards Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups
• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.