Sales Demand Planning Data Scientist

In this role, the Data Scientist will be responsible for analyzing large sets of sales, market, and supply chain data to drive accurate demand forecasts. Supports the activities within Consumer Products for Sales, Marketing, and management relative to annual planning, long-term planning, monthly tracking, and analysis of the demand plan. This position will interact with CP Sales, Trade, Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to facilitate the planning process (mid to long term). Your Story. In this role, the Data Scientist will analyze large datasets related to sales, market, and supply chain to develop demand forecasts. The role supports Consumer Products activities across Sales, Marketing, and management for planning purposes, including annual, long-term, and monthly analyses. Collaboration with CP Sales, Trade, Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Marketing is essential for effective planning. Your Passion. Our Culture. At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who believe in you. Our culture stems from a simple premise: Hire good people and treat them like family. You can make decisions considering their impact on people and the company\’s long-term health. We encourage making a meaningful difference in the community, in the company, and in your career. With diverse experiences and tools for learning and development, you can turn your aspirations into reality. If you\’re ready for a place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here. Benefits that set us apart. Comprehensive medical including Fertility, Adoption benefits, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Work Week Hybrid schedule – Onsite Tuesday – Thursday with remote options on Monday and Friday Compressed work week – Option of a day off on Friday Onsite Health & Wellness Center Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% nationally Relocation Assistance Tuition Assistance Access to Employee Store What You Do. Analyze historical sales, promotions, and market trends to forecast product demand using statistical models and machine learning algorithms. Integrate external data sources, such as competitor pricing, economic indicators, and consumer sentiment, to improve forecast accuracy. Develop and automate predictive models to optimize long-term forecasting, collaborating with the Sr. Marketplace Insights Manager and Post Promotion & Pricing Analyst. Collaborate with Demand Planners and Marketing to refine forecasts at channel and segment levels for long-term budgets and volume estimates. Translate predictive models into system-enabled forecasting capabilities at relevant planning levels. Build and maintain dashboards for performance tracking and forecast accuracy. Facilitate monthly cross-functional demand review meetings, communicating complex forecasting concepts clearly. Work with IT and data engineering teams to maintain and improve data pipelines for real-time data collection and analysis. Understand how Pricing Net Of Commodities (PNOC) impacts pricing and promotions, and incorporate this into predictive models. Your Education and Experience. Bachelor\’s degree in accounting or a related field from a four-year college or university. Minimum of three years of relevant experience or training. Experience in CPG sales, marketing, or finance is not required but beneficial. Our Story. With over 2,400 employees and $1.8 billion in sales, Sargento Foods is a family-owned leader in cheese for over 70 years. Based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, we produce and market shredded, sliced, and snack natural cheeses, along with ingredients and sauces. We are known for product quality and innovative packaging and merchandising. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our careers page . #J-18808-Ljbffr