Planning Analytics Manager

Role Purpose As the Planning Analytics Manager for our Global Supply Chain Planning team, you will serve as the insight engine of our global planning function. This high-impact, high‐visibility role combines strategic leadership with deep technical expertise. You will transform raw data into business‐critical insights, build scalable dashboards, and empower teams to plan with clarity, confidence, and precision. You will influence decisions, coach teams, and shape the culture—described as a trusted voice in executive forums, a mentor to analysts and planners, and a key driver of our data‐driven transformation. Your leadership will elevate the analytical capabilities of the planning function from tactical problem‐solving to strategic foresight. Key Responsibilities Insight Leadership & Strategic Influence Lead analytical projects that identify performance trends, uncover root causes, and support supply, demand, and inventory planning decisions. Serve as a trusted business partner to planning leaders and cross‐functional stakeholders, embedding insights into all levels of decision‐making. Shape and communicate the planning performance narrative—translating complex data into compelling insights for senior leadership. People Leadership & Capability Building Coach and mentor analysts and planners across the global planning function to build confidence in data interpretation, dashboard usage, and performance storytelling. Elevate the analytical maturity of planning teams—fostering a mindset of curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning. Support the development of training, tools, and resources that embed analytics into daily planning workflows. Dashboarding & Performance Visibility Design and maintain intuitive dashboards that provide real‐time visibility into critical planning KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels). Lead the governance of planning metrics, ensuring consistency, data integrity, and clarity. Collaborate with BI and digital teams to continuously improve data pipelines and visualizations. Advanced Modelling & Simulation Build advanced models to support long‐term forecasting, inventory optimization, and capacity planning. Simulate supply chain scenarios to evaluate trade‐offs and guide proactive decisions. Champion automation of repeatable analytics to create capacity for strategic analysis. Transformation & Enablement Embed analytics into supply chain transformation initiatives; act as the voice of insight during system implementations (e.g., o9) and process redesigns. Drive data readiness, business alignment, and user adoption of new tools and workflows. Qualities for Success People Leadership: Coaches others to grow analytical confidence and maturity, creating a culture where insights are shared and acted upon. Data‐Driven Decision‐Making: Empowers teams to base decisions on facts, trends, and forecasts—not instincts. Actionable Insight Generation: Provides insights that go beyond numbers, offering context and clear recommendations. Communication & Influence: Communicates effectively across all levels—from analysts to executives, using storytelling to build alignment. Analytical Leadership: Leads cross‐functional projects with structure, impact, and measurable results. Digital Enablement: Builds dashboards, visualizations, and models that are scalable, user‐friendly, and effective. Governance & Integrity: Ensures reporting processes are consistent, accurate, and trusted globally. What You'll Bring A rare combination of analytical expertise and people influence. 5+ years of experience in supply chain analytics, planning, or operations with proven leadership impact. Strong business acumen and the ability to influence decisions through insights—not just information. Experience in global or regional planning environments, managing diverse stakeholder needs. A collaborative, proactive, and growth‐oriented mindset. Technical & Educational Qualifications Degree in Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. APICS CPIM/CSCP certification (or equivalent) is a plus. Advanced proficiency in data tools such as Power BI, Power Query, SQL, Python, or R. Hands‐on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and planning tools (e.g., o9, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder). Experience with AI/ML modelling is an added advantage. Success Indicators Planning teams confidently use data to drive consistent and effective decisions. Insights influence strategies and deliver measurable improvements in service, cost, and inventory performance. Dashboards are trusted, widely adopted, and integral to planning processes. Manual reporting is reduced; speed and relevance of actionable insights are increased. A data‐literate, insight‐driven culture is embedded across the global planning community. If you are passionate about transforming data into action and leading with impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of planning at a global levelWe focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thriving on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now. We commit to responding to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr