About the role

  • Ownership and responsibility for a key set of accounts. Requires close collaboration with customers
  • Coordination of planning activities for large projects and ensuring successful outcomes
  • Ownership in the SIOP process by providing guidance on customer needs (from your key accounts), large projects you own, and overall channel intelligence from your Commercial partners
  • Develop, maintain, and update demand forecasts using historical sales, market trends, and customer insights.
  • Analyze demand patterns and variances to support decision-making in procurement, inventory, and sales planning.
  • Collaborate closely with Commercial, Procurement, Operations, and Finance teams to align forecasts with strategic objectives.
  • Establish and monitor inventory targets to balance product availability with cost efficiency.
  • Partner with Supply Planning team to ensure lead-time reliability and mitigate supply risks.
  • Maintain accurate data in ERP and forecasting systems to support planning and reporting.
  • Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory turns, and fill rates.
  • Identify and escalate risks related to demand variability, project-driven requirements, and market changes.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting and inventory management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Distribution, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management; PVF or industrial distribution industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience with ERP systems and forecasting software required.
  • Demonstrated successful collaboration directly with customers in a demand planning capacity.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and the ability to translate data insights into actionable supply chain strategies.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and management of large datasets; familiarity with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
  • Working knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management, and procurement processes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
  • Strong team player with collaborative mindset and a commitment to fostering cross-functional partnerships
  • Self-motivated with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and drive results under pressure.
  • Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder (JDA) demand planning solutions.
  • APICS CSCP, CPIM, or other supply chain certifications.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
  • Bonuses
  • Equipment allowances

Job title

Senior Demand Planner

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$85,000 - $108,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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