Demand Planner

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.Building the world’s leading sound experience starts with the experience we provide for our people. That’s why we’ve been distributed from the start: initially between offices in Boston & Santa Barbara, and now with additional offices in Seattle, San Francisco & Paris. This role can be done from anywhere in the United States or Canada- any of our offices, or remotely from home. It’s about impact, not location.The Demand Planner is responsible for the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Governance for specific accounts within the region.  The role has many deliverables including timely forecast submission, forecast accuracy, channel inventory management, collaborative forecasting and monthly business reporting & analysis.  The Demand planner objectively and critically evaluates and challenges inputs to the demand planning process, performs ad-hoc analysis on trends and owns the forecast from creation to execution.  This individual is the main point of contact for our internal stakeholders including the GTM account sales managers, FP&A counterparts, the regional allocations manager and account fulfillment coordinators.  Additionally, this role owns the operational relationship with our external partners and is their main point of contact for operations and planning. What You’ll DoOwn the Local Channel Forecast Process from Creation to its Execution. Reliably run a CPFR Process with our key Partners as input into the Forecasting ProcessPrepare and submit monthly and weekly demand forecasts based on channel partner, local sales insights & Sonos driven activities with a focus on Sell In, Sell Thru and RevenueResponsible for the Local S&OP Governance (Monthly & Weekly S&OP Cycle)Local point of contact for sales, finance, allocations & fulfillment representing OperationsMonitor, adjust and collaborate with Allocation teams to improve On Shelf Availability and Channel Inventory MetricsResponsible for the Monthly Business Review (MBR) Planning Package run with GTM & FinanceCollaborate cross functionally to ensure a smooth and efficient execution of Regional to local projects and programsEstablish and maintain trusted advisor relationships with Sales, Marketing and Finance counterpartsBuild, manage and refine Excel and other software reporting tools such as Microstrategy, Tableau and Google SheetsConsult with Sales leaders to develop and improve forecast reports that will assist them in the analysis of their business and decision makingResponsible for Operational KPI’s along with corrective action plans with a focus on Sell in and Sell Thru analyticsWhat You’ll NeedBasic QualificationsBA/BS degree in the field of Supply Chain/Operations, Economics, Finance, Business Management or relative industry experience3-5 years of experience in demand planning or supply planningExperience with Microsoft Excel and or Google SheetsStrong Analytical skillset with attention to detailPositive attitude with the ambition of accelerating efficiencyPreferred QualificationsStrong business acumen, and proven ability to act as trusted advisor to business partners including cross functional Senior LeadershipAbility to articulate and navigate relationships with people at all levels of an organization across multiple functionsCurious lateral thinker able to see and understand the big picture while willing and able to deep dive to understand trends to formulate insights  Strong communication skills, coupled with the ability to articulate complex situations into a simple conversationKnowledge of Integrated Business Planning and S&OP process and governanceAbility to be a team player and work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while ensuring the planning team crosses the finish line togetherSelf-starter who demonstrates high energy/creativity, a customer-focused approach and interest in developing a deep understanding of the businessWe consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, which may cause compensation to vary depending on your skills, experience and qualifications.  This job is also eligible for discretionary bonuses as well as an opportunity to become a Sonos shareholder because all full time employees are eligible for stock grants.  The minimum base pay may be modified in the future based on changing market conditions. The starting minimum base pay for this role is: $90,000We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including open time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits subject to eligibility requirements. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Follow the links to review the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement. The pay transparency policy is available here. Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to accommodations@sonos.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.