Maintenace planner,

ACT Consulting has an immediate need for a Maintenace planner, Plainfield, IL with our direct client.

Please take a moment to review the job description. If this is something you are interested in, please send a copy of your resume to [email protected] or contact us at 203-864-9047

Maintenace planner, 
Plainfield, IL
6-12 Months
40/hr on w2

Purpose of the Role 
The purpose of this role is to: 
deliver accurate and timely demand forecasts to input to the S&OP process enabling the market and supply centres to maximise Diageo profit and customer service.
manage end to end the relevant network within their business location, including third parties and production lines, to meet consumer and customer service objectives, whilst maintaining optimal efficiencies. 

Key Accountabilities 
Create and Maintain Model and Master Data 
Lead monthly performance reviews using relevant KPIs to assess effectiveness of planning process 
Conduct root cause analysis to identify drivers of errors and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement 
Analyse forecast exceptions e.g. sales tracker, forecast value add overrides and adjustments
Ensure rigorous adherence to standardised meeting agenda and documented processes 
Generating, Adjusting and Publishing Forecasts 
Provide key input to the monthly BPM/S&OP and unit support as required 
Generate the forecast information packs to support the process 
Drive “what if” scenario planning to identify risks d opportunities
Review statistical input to the Strategic Planning and AOP process and challenge projected growth assumptions based on historical trend
Generate the most accurate weekly phased demand forecast at the appropriate planning level
Complete history cleansing activities ensuring all adjustments and assumptions are recorded e.g. market trends, seasonality, promotions 
Maintain all statistical parameters used to drive “best fit” model & generate a baseline statistical forecast model and product hierarchies
Undertake weekly check on planning data integrity and ensure signal passed to supply 100% accurate 
Analyse all sales vs forecast exceptions utilising the suite of BW reports and make ongoing forecasting corrections. 
Analyse market trends, seasonality, promotions to add value to the baseline statistical forecast. 
Review data and amend forecast where appropriate 
Creating and Maintaining Static and Dynamic Data 
Understand operational capacity, resources and constraints and ensure they are reflected in the planning system. 
Maintain planning parameters to deliver a robust and achievable supply network plan. 
Continuously review and understand demand signal in the planning horizon and respond appropriately to changes 

Skills:
Excellent influencing, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills 
Ability to challenge senior stakeholders and hold tension in S&OP conversations 
Exceptional communication skills – verbal, written and presentation 
Strong mathematical, statistical and analytical skills. 
Strong negotiation skills. 
Solid understanding of operational processes within Diageo
Customer centric with good attention to detail 
Proficient in MS applications e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
Additionally, wider cross functional experience preferable e.g. commercial, finance.
Experienced user of a planning system 
Experience and Qualifications 
Second/Third level mathematical or statistical qualification.
Planning experience in CPG

Education:
Knowledge of Maintenance Supervision
Detailed knowledge of equipment maintenance and ability to describe what is to be accomplished.
Sound Planning and estimating skills
High interpersonal effectiveness to develop and sustain positive relationships with coworkers and craft mechanics alike, and strong customer service orientation
Good facilitation and communication skills.