Todd Knigge
Summary
Practical Demand Planner offering strong knowledge of planning, forecasting and inventory management in high volume CPG product lines. Bringing 20 years of hands-on experience planning for fast-paced and highly seasonal retail environments. Well-versed in reviewing sales trends, forecasting data and evaluating forecast results. Significant experience in managing product lifecycle to maximize product margins while reducing end of life inventory exposure . Strong background in Excel, SAP, Power Bi and Microsoft Teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Demand Planner
Pacific Cycle
10.2011 - Current
- Managed Wal-Mart SMU product line forecasts and inventory for 3900+ stores plus dot com channel.
- Developed and executed annual demand and inventory plans to support customer needs based on historical data and sales targets.
- Improved demand forecast for multiple distribution channels based on previous sales and consumption.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Supply, Sales, Marketing and Customer Service.
- Managed inventory liability by executing exit strategies on outgoing items while ensuring 100% fulfillment on new product launches.
- Collaborated in the S&OP process with senior leadership, effectively aligning supply and demand plans.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
Demand Planner
Spectrum Brands
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Developed collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in demand planning processes.
- Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
- Conducted root cause analysis on forecast errors, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.
- Analyzed historical data to identify patterns, trends, and seasonality for use in demand forecasts.
Demand Forecast Manager
Lands' End
03.2007 - 10.2009
- Managed Women's Sweater business, forecasting demand and inventory needs for catalogue and online businesses.
- Reduced stockouts and overstock situations by consistently monitoring inventory levels and adjusting forecasts accordingly based on item placement in print material and online presence.
- Enhanced collaboration between merchants, creative, and production teams for better demand planning through regular cross-functional meetings.
- Utilized historical data analysis to project item demand based on color, patterns and item silhouette.
Vendor Managed Inventory Demand Planner
General Mills
10.1997 - 03.2007
- Planned and managed Wal-Mart demand and inventory for Yoplait, Pillsbury and Green Giant product lines.
- Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with minimal out of stocks through accurate demand forecasting.
- Collaborated with sales teams to gather information on promotions, new product launches, and phase-outs for incorporation into the demand plan.
- Analyzed historical data to identify patterns, trends, and seasonality for use in demand forecasts.
Education
BBA - Marketing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12.1990
Skills
- Product Lifecycle Management
- New Product Introduction
- Sales History Analysis
- Demand Planning Expertise
Timeline
Senior Demand Planner
Pacific Cycle
10.2011 - Current
Demand Planner
Spectrum Brands
10.2009 - 10.2011
Demand Forecast Manager
Lands' End
03.2007 - 10.2009
Vendor Managed Inventory Demand Planner
General Mills
10.1997 - 03.2007
BBA - Marketing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
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