DescriptionAmazon Operations is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Demand Planning Manager to join our expanding team. The Demand Planning Manager will own the medium-long term demand plans for our US business and be responsible for refreshing our demand plans, engaging with relevant stakeholders including sales/marketing/operations/network planning/finance and achieving leadership sign-off. We therefore require someone with both excellent quantitative skills as well as the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders.This role will be a key member of the WW Business Operations Team. The team is responsible for driving strategic decision making and process optimization across the UK and international marketplaces through three pillars: i) Demand Planning, ii) Sales Operations, iii) Business Analytics.Key job responsibilities Support Amazon Operation's medium and long-term strategic planning discussions (6 months to 5-year time horizon) Collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance and Network Planning teams to establish a consolidated demand plan in-line with our business planning cycles. Reviewing deviations vs forecast to identify areas where our methodology could be revised/improved. Advising on the demand impact of new initiatives/products Supporting the business case for expansion into new areas where we have minimal historical data.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Bellevue, WA, USA | Nashville, TN, USABasic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. Mathematics, Economics, Statistics)
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and make insights from data
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to a non-technical audience
Experience using programming (VBA/Python) or low-code tools (Alteryx) to automate analytical workflows
Preferred Qualifications
Masters’ degree in a related field (e.g. Mathematics, Economics, Statistics)
5+ years’ experience of working in a planning/forecasting team or similar role
Experience of developing high-level forecasts with minimal historical data
Experience with using market research outputs to inform strategic planning
Proficiency in SQL
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $107,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $199,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.