Demand Planning Manager

　　1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #30

　　Monday, January 1, 2024

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　　Simon & Schuster is seeking a Demand Planning Manager. In this role you will be responsible for managing the frontlist demand planning responsibilities for Simon Element and Avid Reader Press. In addition you will:

　　Review and analyze sales estimates to set first print quantities and build quantities for prepacks

　　Follow up with Sales on missing orders prior to release

　　Monitor presales and orders to make adjustments to printings and allocations throughout the release process

　　Coordinate the release with Production and Transportation

　　Daily review of incoming order for key accounts

　　Manage key titles post-release

　　Review and analyze sales data post release to make reprint decisions and allocation decisions

　　Create point of sale projections for key accounts

　　Make allocation recommendations

　　Inventory reviews

　　Weekly OSI title review

　　Monthly returns disposition reviews with Publisher

　　Maintain close relationship and communication flow with the Publishers

　　Manage inventory levels of backlist for Simon Element, Avid Reader, and Atria

　　Review monthly sales title by title, make printing/pricing recommendations, prepare agenda, and hold weekly reprint meetings with Associate Publishers

　　Review and update the inventory system used to track backlist inventory and sales

　　Review daily large orders and make allocation and reprint recommendations

　　Review active reprints to ensure timely delivery and prioritization

　　Order priority reprints as needed

　　Send warehouse requests for inventory moves and dispositions

　　Create, update, review and send out daily and weekly inventory reports

　　Request updates and changes to title data with the Title Maintenance group

　　3+ years of experience in Inventory Planning or Operations is required

　　A College degree is highly preferred

　　Strong computer and analytical skills are a must

　　Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

　　The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable.

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　　Other details

　　Job FamilyDemand Planning

　　Job FunctionOperations

　　Pay TypeSalary

　　Min Hiring Rate$72,000.00

　　Max Hiring Rate$77,000.00

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