Senior Specialist, Demand Planning

Tate & Lyle

Sr. Specialist, Demand Planning responsible for refining product needs and managing demand signals for a leading producer of plant-based ingredients.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeDecatur • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,528 - $128,292 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in demand planning and statistical modeling, with a strong focus on SKU segmentation, forecast accuracy, and continuous improvement. Proficient in translating complex planning methodologies into actionable insights for cross-functional teams.

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Demand Pattern SegmentationStatistical ModelingS&OP Demand Review LeadershipForecast Accuracy OwnershipERP Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Statistical MethodologyForecast Deviation AnalysisRoot Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA)KPI ManagementData Analysis with ExcelData Analysis with AccessContinuous ImprovementPlanning Tool DevelopmentSupply Chain ManagementDemand Planning

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSAP

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CSCPAPICS CPIMSix SigmaLean Management

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainOperationsProcess ManufacturingContinuous Flow

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Demand Pattern Segmentation & Statistical Modeling: Lead SKU segmentation across MTS Baseline, Spot, and MTO demand patterns before applying any statistical methodology.
Consensus Forecast Leadership: Own and facilitate the S&OP Demand Review across all business units.
Forecast Deviation Analysis & RCCA: Lead structured Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) reviews on forecast threshold misses.
Forecast Accuracy & KPI Ownership: Own MAPE, wMAPE, and directional bias KPIs by SKU, business unit, product format, and planning horizon.
Continuous Improvement & Tool Development: Continuously evaluate and improve demand planning processes, methodologies, and supporting tools.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Translate planning methodology into business language to align sales, finance, and operations without direct authority.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Operations, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, Engineering, or Business (required)
Certificates in APICS CSCP/CPIM, Six Sigma or Lean Management (preferred)
5+ years of progressive supply chain and demand planning experience (required)
Demonstrated ability working with large data sets with Excel, Access, etc. (required)
Experience in ERP systems, such as SAP (required)
Experience in continuous flow or process manufacturing environment (preferred)
Demonstrated history of continuous improvement and planning tool development (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future