Lead AI-driven demand forecasting transformation within the US Small Appliances business unit, bridging merchandising, sales, production planning, and manufacturing to optimize working capital and product availability.
Locations (2)
Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States
Saint Joseph, Michigan, United States
Responsibilities
Serve as the strategic AI champion within the US Small Appliances business unit
Lead the operational transition from legacy forecasting methods to automated demand and dynamic forecasting systems
Establish governance and change management frameworks
Oversee the end-to-end baseline and unconstrained demand operational process across key US retail channels
Lead Order Planning and recommend adjustments for operational forecasts
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
Nice to have: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business
Nice to have: Experience using SAP/APO, Anaplan
Nice to have: AI/ML-driven planning platforms (e.g., SAP IBP, Anaplan)
Nice to have: Familiarity with Google enterprise platforms (Notebook LM, Gems, Agents)
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