Demand Planning Systems Analyst

Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Smithfield
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you a driven and motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, building relationships, collaborating with colleagues, to achieve business results? Join one of the country’s top consumer packaged goods companies, Smithfield Foods! We have built a culture that places value on our employees, our animals, the environment and the communities we all share. Smithfield Foods is consistently evolving and looking for individuals that can help foster relationships and achieve results to impact our bottom line! As a Demand Planning Systems Analyst , you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence by analyzing business processes to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and elevate the customer experience at Smithfield. You will lead the rollout of new system functionalities, guide users through tool migrations, and optimize existing platforms to support our Demand Planning initiatives. You will create and manage scalable processes, troubleshoot system issues, and deliver actionable insights that fuel continuous improvement across the supply chain. You will collaborate cross-functionally to provide strategic reporting and analytics to Sales and Supply Chain teams, track performance against key targets, and support decision-making through deep analysis of sales data, forecasting accuracy, and system performance. You will also conduct ad hoc analyses to uncover opportunities and support business growth. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. System Implementation & Support: Leads and supports all phases of system implementation by validating upgrades and new tools against business requirements and ensures accurate system mapping in addition to serving as a Super User across planning and inventory functions. Tool Optimization & User Enablement: Manages system configurations that influence performance and data accuracy then guides users through new functionality rollouts and acts as the primary contact for demand planning system communications. Analytics & Reporting: Develops and deploys dashboards and trackers using Excel Power BI and supply chain software to deliver actionable insights followed by supporting KPI tracking and conducting ad hoc analysis to inform business decisions. Process Improvement & Collaboration: Drives system based process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and data visibility while collaborating with planners and managers to evaluate planning risks and implement forward thinking solutions that optimize performance. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Analytical & Communication Skills: Demonstrates advanced analytical thinking, strong organizational and decision-making abilities, and effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills suited for both operational and executive level audiences. Customer & Relationship Management: Demonstrates success in building strong customer relationships and delivering customer centric solutions is required. Planning & Prioritization: Skilled in planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Collaboration & Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team, in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Workplace Culture : Respectful, approachable and team oriented while fostering a positive work environment. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: Industry Knowledge: Understanding of consumer goods production operations and supply chain management principles preferred. Technical Proficiency: Power BI and Anaplan experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Capable of sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Able to travel as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. &xa;&xa;Relocation Package Available&xa;&xa;No&xa;&xa; EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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