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Our Lidl US Freshness Team is seeking a Demand Planner, who will be responsible for monitoring stock levels in the regional distribution centers and evaluates store orders to ensure availability of fresh produce. The Analyst is responsible for sending orders to vendors and liaising with them regarding delivery requirements. The role requires regular communication with internal departments regarding assortment changes and product availability.

**This position is Hybrid, requiring 3 days in office and 2 days working from home**

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate vendor performance and provide feedback to the relevant buyers
• Analyze store orders and use the information to place orders with vendors
• Liaise regularly with buyers regarding assortment and vendor changes
• Liaise with vendors regarding delivery requests such as arrival schedules and minimum order quantities
• Create and maintain sales reports for senior management and analyze sales figures to project future volume requirements

What You’ll Need

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while committing to deadlines
• Strong Excel skills
• Critical thinking and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Strong forecasting, organizational, and analytical skills
• In lieu of a degree, a total number of 4+ years of experience in a related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
• 1-2 years in a related field with particular focus in demand planning experience

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updates
• Medical | Dental | Vision coverage
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match and no vesting schedule)

In addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave – 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.