Senior Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment; CPFR Planner

Senior Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Planner

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a Senior Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Planner.

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you!

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Sr. Manager Retail Customer Logistics

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Hybrid

The Senior CPFR Planner is responsible for supporting our valued Customers. Within Kenvue, you'll collaborate closely with multiple functions including Sales, Demand Planning, and Logistics. You will employ data analysis and end-to-end (E2E) thinking to offer forecast insights and replenishment solutions. Your role is pivotal in delivering optimal results for both customer satisfaction and key performance metrics. This role will also hold a leadership role in Kenvue Deliver process, working with Distribution and Transportation organizations to improve planning and distribution of finished goods inventory.

This role may use analytical tools to identify and lead process and cost improvement projects, which include integrated demand planning efforts, new technology assessments and implementations, incorporating more advanced forecasting methodologies, and logistics efficiency initiatives.

• Provide Best‑In‑Class customer service to our Customers as measured by survey results
• Lead in identifying, planning and implementing end to end solutions that improve service and cost and or implement new capabilities
• Act as liaison between Kenvue and the Customer to influence inventory and supply chain plans with the goal of growing both Kenvue and Customer sales
• Analyze, recommend, and implement modifications to purchasing patterns and products for optimal service and improved logistics efficiencies
• Automate current processes through system and process improvements
• Monitor and report critical metrics (in stock/out of stock, fill rate, and on‑time delivery), and research root cause with supply chain partners and provide back in stock date and action plans to correct and prevent in the future.
• Drive process and systems improvements that positively impact order management, inventory management, and dashboard measures
• Conduct monthly Supply Chain connections to foster a trusting relationship with the Customer
• Partner with Supply Chain and Sales to provide detail by SKU recommendations to Customer to drive higher inventory during periods experiencing lift (promotional, seasonal, etc.).
• Quickly merge and summarize data/information from different sources, to influence actions with key partners.

• Minimum of Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree required; advanced degree or focused degree in STEM fields preferred
• Minimum four (4) years of relevant work experience
• Experience with in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related operations
• Proficiency with MS Office, including advanced Excel
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, as well as proficiency with computer systems
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with our top customers and sales teams and to work effectively on cross‑functional teams
• Ability to think strategically, challenge convention, and be willing to take a leadership role within the team
• Travel up to 10% domestic travel

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