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Demand Planner - Kennesaw, GA
Demand Planner - Kennesaw, GAArcher Daniels Midland • Kennesaw, GA, US
Demand Planner - Kennesaw, GA

Demand Planner - Kennesaw, GA

Archer Daniels Midland • Kennesaw, GA, US
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Demand Planner

Demand Planner - Kennesaw, GA

The Demand Planner is a key leader in the S&OP process, responsible for delivering accurate demand plans and driving alignment across Sales, Supply, and Finance. This role combines advanced analytical skills with strong facilitation and leadership capabilities to influence decisions at all levels, including senior leadership. You will own the demand planning process, champion best practices, and ensure that demand signals translate into actionable supply chain strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and continuously improve statistical forecasting models; deliver a robust rolling demand plan across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons.
  • Monitor and improve forecast KPIs (MAPE, Bias, FVA) through structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Perform advanced demand segmentation (ABC / XYZ), scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decisions.
  • Translate demand scenarios into monetized outcomes with Finance (impact on revenue, margin, and working capital).

S&OP Leadership

  • Lead all key S&OP Review meetings with senior leaders; prepare executive-ready materials and drive consensus on the unconstrained demand signal.
  • Ensure seamless handoff from Demand Review to Supply Review; escalate risks and trade-offs for decision-making.
  • Act as the S&OP process owner for North American Deerland sites, ensuring governance, cadence, and data integrity.
  • Cross-Functional Integration

  • Partner with Sales / Commercial to capture reliable demand signals and manage key customer forecasts.
  • Collaborate with Supply, Production, and Procurement to resolve supply-demand imbalances and mitigate risks.
  • Understand production capabilities and constraints to ensure feasible plans and clear trade-off communication.
  • Process & Capability Building

  • Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy, master data quality, and S&OP maturity.
  • Develop and standardize planning playbooks, KPIs, and governance models.
  • Coach and mentor peers and stakeholders on demand planning best practices and S&OP principles.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or Engineering preferred.
  • Experience : 510 years in supply chain or operations, with significant experience in demand planning and S&OP leadership.
  • Proven ability to lead meetings with senior executives, influence decisions, and manage conflict constructively.
  • Expertise in :
  • Statistical forecasting and advanced planning techniques.

  • End-to-end S&OP / S&OE processes and governance.
  • Data modeling, scenario planning, and financial impact analysis.
  • Strong facilitation, communication, and storytelling skills for executive audiences.
  • Skills & Tools

  • Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI / Tableau, SQL, and planning systems (SAP IBP, Kinaxis, OMP, etc.).
  • Ability to simplify complex analytics into actionable insights and clear recommendations.
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
  • Leadership Behaviors

  • "We help each other thrive" :
  • Provide support and training across business functions related to the Consensus Demand Planning process, including the link to the S&OP and S&OE processes

  • Demonstrate Customer focus (internal and external as needed)
  • "We create the environment for diversity, equity and inclusion to strengthen us" :
  • Demonstrate cross-functional collaboration skills

  • Ability to listen intently and make room for different points of view to influence decisions
  • What Success Looks Like

  • Forecast KPIs (MAPE, Bias, FVA) show sustained improvement.
  • Demand Review meetings are strategic, decision-oriented, and trusted by senior leadership.
  • S&OP process maturity improves with clear governance and accountability.
  • Inventory health and service levels optimized through proactive demand-supply alignment.
  • Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. Req / Job ID : 102861BR

    Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between $70,400.00 - $128,400.00. The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus.

    Benefits and Perks Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including :

  • Physical wellness medical / Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
  • Financial wellness flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
  • Mental and social wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
  • Additional benefits include :

  • Paid time off including paid holidays.
  • Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
  • Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
  • Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together. We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.

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