demand planning analyst

Bacardi

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 As a Demand Planning Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing various reports related to Supply chain KPIs. Coordinate with commercial team for Forecast (Replenishment and Depletion) submission. Follow up with customer service team and OCs for open orders / shipment plans. You will maintain governance of forecasting and inventory management. You will pro-actively monitor and coordinate for allocation management, cut-off, OOS risk. You will support to carry out all the steps of the S&amp;OP process.
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 To be successful in this role, you will be a collaborative business partner who is able to work seamlessly within a lean and matrix organization. You have an analytical and curious mindset with an innate drive to continuously learn. You are always looking for opportunities to build efficiencies as you have a Fearless and Founders mindset.
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 - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE
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   Coordinate for the 3rd party distributor inventory reports and consolidate for monthly reporting.
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   Collect and integrate monthly depletion forecast, inventory data, and in transits for distributor markets.
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   Coordinate with commercial team for IBP Forecast submission.
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   Validation and sanity check of IBP forecasts vs open orders. Analyze changes in forecasts / demands.
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   Follow up with CSR team for open orders status, shipment plan and In-transit tracking.
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   Back orders tracking and follow up with OC fulfilment teams.
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   Prepare monthly reports and presentation for Supply Chain KPIs visibility for cluster or region.
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   Interpret data, identify trends, and draw conclusions from the reported data which will help drive business decisions.
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   Support Master Data maintenance related tasks.
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   Allocation management - support in tracking orders / consumption for Allocated Products.
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   Liaise with Finance team for data inputs as and when required.
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   Maintain proactively documentation &lsquo;SharePoint&rsquo; repository for the supply chain team
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   Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain / Demand Planning / Distribution processes.
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   Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
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   Must be fluent in English. Excellent communication skills &ndash; both verbal and written.
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   Must have strong analytical, organizational and planning skills. High attention to details and ability to interpret large datasets to drive insights.
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   Experience of IBP / BI / ERP / SAP is required.
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   Knowledge of Demand Planning will be an additional advantage.
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   Ability to work independently with high degree of initiative and drive.
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   Sense of urgency and proactivity. Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
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   Able to collaborate within the team as well as with cross-functional stakeholders.
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   People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
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   Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
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   Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you&rsquo;re presented with
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 At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.
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   Competitive Pay Package
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   Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
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 The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.
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Demand Planning Analyst - MEA

Polaris Inc.

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  At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
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  Position Overview
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 As a Demand &amp; Supply Planner for the Parts, Garments &amp; Accessories (PG&amp;A) business, you will manage the full cycle of demand forecasting, supply planning, and purchasing activities that directly support a key growth area of the business. You will use analytical insights and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure accurate forecasts, strong product availability, and optimized inventory performance. You will balance both demand and supply planning responsibilities while partnering closely with commercial, inventory, and operational teams. This role offers the opportunity to influence business outcomes through ownership of the planning process and data‑driven decision making.
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   Leverage Blue Yonder to generate demand forecasts, align supply plans, and support effective planning execution
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   Lead and communicate demand recommendations throughout the monthly SIOP (Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning) process
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   Analyze forecast accuracy and demand trends to identify opportunities for improvement
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   Review and execute system‑recommended purchase quantities to support commercial growth
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   Approve purchase orders, ensure on‑time delivery, and expedite orders as needed to achieve availability goals
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   Apply fiscal discipline and risk management techniques to improve revenue, fill rate, backorder health, and inventory turns
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   Partner with the Inventory Optimization Analyst to enhance segmentation and technology settings that improve availability and efficiency
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   Identify supply risks and support development of mitigation plans Perform additional responsibilities related to demand or supply planning as assigned
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   Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
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   Planning &amp; Organization: You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Business Analytics, or a related discipline
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   Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and organization
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   Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
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   Strong communication and influencing skills
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   Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, or Blue Yonder preferred
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 The starting pay range for Minnesota is $69,000 to $90,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
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 To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
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  We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
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 At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym &amp; personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
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  About Polaris
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 As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER&reg;, RZR&reg; and Polaris GENERAL&trade; side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman&reg; all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot&reg; moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
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Demand & Supply Planning Analyst

Nestlé

<p></p><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Role Objective</b></h2><ul><li><p>
The Demand Analyst&rsquo;s objective is to support the Demand Planning community to improve and excel in DP processes.</p></li><li><p>
The Demand Analyst is responsible for generating all demand-related performance reports and helping demand scientists in forecast generation by providing insights on pockets that need improvement.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Generate all demand planning related reports and metrics that support improvement of the statistical forecast.</p></li><li><p>
Establish and monitor standard key performance indicators across demand planning (e.g., forecast accuracy, bias, OSF freshness, etc.).</p></li><li><p>
Foster collaboration between demand planners and demand planning data scientists.</p></li><li><p>
Continuously review and optimize demand planning processes to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce manual intervention, and automate tasks wherever possible.</p></li><li><p>
Share the generated statistical forecast and demand sensing forecast with demand planners, along with key highlights and watch-out items.</p></li><li><p>
Compare the statistical forecast and the signed-off demand plan to identify the enrichment ratio from the market based on the segmentation methodology (e.g., animal farm).</p></li><li><p>
Evaluate and lead the implementation of demand planning software and tools to streamline and enhance demand planning processes.</p></li><li><p>
Provide training and mentorship to the demand planning community to enhance their skills and expertise.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Soft Skills</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Understands Nestl&eacute;&rsquo;s business environment</p></li><li><p>
Open-minded towards new and different ways of doing things</p></li><li><p>
Acts decisively and proactively</p></li><li><p>
Plans and prioritizes work effectively</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Functional Skills</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain planning, with specific emphasis on the demand plan</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical background</p></li><li><p>
Strong quantitative skills</p></li><li><p>
Stakeholder management</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Academic Background</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Experience</b></h2><ul><li><p>
2+ years of experience in demand planning</p></li><li><p>
2+ years of experience in data analysis and reporting using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar</p></li><li><p>
2+ years of experience in project management</p></li></ul></div>

Demand Analyst

confidentiial

<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual demand forecasts based on historical sales data, market trends, and sales inputs.</li><li>Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Production, and Procurement teams for accurate demand planning.</li><li>Monitor forecast accuracy and analyze variances.</li><li>Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid excess stock and stock shortages.</li><li>Work closely with production planning to align manufacturing schedules with demand forecasts.</li><li>Support S&amp;OP (Sales &amp; Operations Planning) meetings with data analysis and reports.</li><li>Analyze slow-moving, non-moving, and obsolete inventory and suggest corrective actions.</li><li>Track new product launches and incorporate them into demand plans.</li><li>Generate MIS reports related to sales forecasts, inventory levels, and supply performance.</li><li>Ensure timely replenishment planning for domestic and export markets.</li><li>Improve forecasting models and planning processes continuously.</li></ul><p><b>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Strong analytical and numerical skills</li><li>Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, forecasting functions)</li><li>Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite or similar)</li><li>Good understanding of supply chain and inventory management</li><li>Strong coordination and communication skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines</li></ul><p><b>Educational Qualification</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field</li><li>Certification in Supply Chain / Demand Planning (preferred)</li></ul><p><b>Experience</b></p><ul><li>2&ndash;5 years of experience in Demand Planning / Supply Chain / Inventory Planning</li><li>Experience in FMCG / Cosmetics / Manufacturing industry preferred</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED9,000.00 per month</p>

Demand Planner

Apex Tool Group

<p></p><div><div><div><p><i>Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.</i></p>
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Sparks, MD, US, 21152 Apex, NC, US, 27539
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Reporting to the Senior Manager, Demand Planning, the Demand Planner will own customer-specific demand forecasts for key North American retail accounts. This role partners closely with Sales and Account Teams to translate retailer demand signals&mdash;including POS, promotions, and inventory positions&mdash;into accurate forecasts that support service, fill rate, and growth objectives.</p>
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Come build your future with us!</b></p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
The Build (Responsibilities)</b></h2>
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<li>Analyze customer-specific demand drivers, including promotions, resets, and seasonal programs. Incorporate retailer POS, inventory, and sell-through data into forecasts.</li>
<li>Utilize the Kinaxis demand planning system, Tableau reporting, and SAP/BW to manage the forecasting and analytics process.</li>
<li>Develop an 18-month SKU and customer-level forecast utilizing historical demand, retailer POS trends, promotional calendars, and new product introductions</li>
<li>Collaborate with Sales teams to review exceptions and align forecasts. Partner with Sales and Account Teams to incorporate retailer-specific promotions, replenishment strategies, and customer demand insights into forecasts. Work with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Supply Planning to achieve fill rate targets.</li>
<li>Serve as the demand planning point of contact for assigned retail customers, supporting forecast discussions and demand alignment with Sales</li>
<li>Lead a monthly demand review to align forecasts, risks, and opportunities across Sales, Supply Planning, and Channel.</li>
<li>Analyze orders versus forecast to determine root cause and changes to future forecasts.</li>
<li>Improve forecast accuracy and retail service performance by identifying root causes of forecast error, in-stock gaps, and customer order volatility</li>
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<li>3 to 5 years&rsquo; experience in demand planning or sales analytics in a consumer&rsquo;s products environment preferred</li>
<li>Experience supporting retail customers, account teams, or customer-specific forecasting within a consumer products environment preferred</li>
<li>Ability to translate retail customer insights into actionable forecasts preferred</li>
<li>Previous experience as a leader or participant operating within a Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) process and framework preferred</li>
<li>Supply chain or sales analytics experience within a retail environment preferred</li>
<li>Working knowledge of Demand Planning and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems, experience with Kinaxis preferred</li>
<li>Experience with SAP and BW preferred</li>
<li>Tableau Reporting experience preferred</li>
<li>Travel up to 10%</li>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><p>At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite &ndash; we help build the future.</p>
<p>ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH&reg;, SATA&reg;, Crescent&reg;, Cleco&reg;, Weller&reg; and APEX&reg;. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800&rsquo;s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.</p>
<p> As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You&rsquo;ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.</p>
<p>Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more &ndash; Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.<br>
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If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!</p><br>
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<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Baltimore</p></div>

<div><p><b>Key Accountabilities:
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<ul><li>Consolidate approved and pipeline demand into short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts.
</li><li>Translate portfolio priorities into capacity-feasible delivery plans across ADM1, ADM2 and other delivery partners
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<ul><li>Own capacity planning and utilization tracking for ADM1, ADM2 and other partners across all delivery streams.
</li><li>Maintain a single version of truth for vendor capacity (MDs, skill mix, allocations, and burn rates).
</li><li>Optimize utilization by proactively balancing demand across vendors and delivery models.
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<ul><li>Monitor and analyze planned vs actual utilization at vendor, program, and portfolio level.
</li><li>Identify risks of underutilization, over-utilization, or skill mismatch, and recommend corrective actions.
</li><li>Support cost optimization by reducing idle capacity, unplanned ramp-ups, and reactive sourcing.
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<ul><li>Partner with Demand Managers and Delivery teams to ensure realistic commitments based on capacity constraints.
</li><li>Support PI, quarterly, and release planning with capacity-backed inputs.
</li><li>Ensure waterfall and agile demands are planned cohesively within vendor capacity limits.
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<ul><li>Act as the IT owner for capacity governance with ADM1 and ADM2 partners.
</li><li>Lead regular capacity and utilization reviews with vendors.
</li><li>Highlight delivery risks, dependency bottlenecks, and capacity gaps to IT leadership.
</li><li>Support financial planning and forecasting for vendor spend and capacity-based contracts.
</li><li>Track utilization against contracted MDs, rate cards, and commercials.
</li><li>Provide inputs to renewals, renegotiations, ramp-up/down decisions, and sourcing strategies.
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<ul><li>Define and track key capacity KPIs (utilization %, forecast accuracy, idle capacity, demand coverage).
</li><li>Provide executive-level dashboards and insights for CIO, Finance, and Portfolio forums.
</li><li>Continuously improve demand planning and capacity management processes and tools.
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</b></p><p>Qualifications
</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Data Analytics, IT or Business Management
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</p><ul><li>10&ndash;15 years of experience in demand planning, capacity management, or portfolio roles
</li><li>Proven experience managing capacity and planning in ADM vendor landscapes
</li><li>Experience in telecom or large enterprise IT environments
</li><li>Proven experience in Data Analytics, Eazy BI, Jira Dashboards
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</p><ul><li>Strong analytical and planning skills with a financial mindset
</li><li>Ability to balance demand ambition with capacity and cost realities
</li><li>Confident stakeholder and vendor management capability
</li><li>Data-driven decision making and scenario planning
</li><li>Experience managing capacity-based delivery models (MD-based)
</li><li>Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall capacity planning
</li><li>Experience working with ADM vendors and SI models
</li><li>Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, Excel, and portfolio / capacity reporting tools
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</p><ul><li>Improved utilization of ADM1 and ADM2 capacity
</li><li>Reduced idle capacity and unplanned vendor spend
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Manager IT Demand Planning & Capacity (Emirati Talent)

Field Fastener Supply Company

<div><div><b>Company Overview:</b></div><div>
Field is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners, &quot;C&quot; commodities, inventory management services, and technical support. We currently have locations in Rockford, IL (headquarters), Texas, South Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Mexico, and Taiwan. For over 30 years, Field has grown an average of 19% annually because of its dedication to lowering our customers overall cost and improving quality through a technical approach to fasteners. By joining Field, you will experience an exceptional culture built on Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, Flexibility, and Fun!</div><div>
Field was recognized by INC. magazine as one of the fastest growing privately owned companies in the USA. Field has been recognized nationally by Great Places to Work as one of the Best Small Companies in America, ranking #8 nationally among small companies and #5 nationally among manufacturing/production companies. For several years, Field has been recognized locally by the Rockford Register Star as one of the top Employers in the area.</div><div>
At Field, having a great culture is more than a priority &ndash; it&rsquo;s everything.</div><div>
For more information about our culture and company, please watch this Culture Video.</div><div>
All full-time positions at Field are eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Life Coaching, paid Vacation, paid Holidays, paid Volunteer Time, quarterly Bonuses, and more!</div><div>
Visit our Careers page for a complete list of benefit offerings.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Summary:</b></div><div>
The Demand Planner is responsible for creating a reliable, data‑driven demand signal that enables the business to balance service, inventory, and working capital&mdash;especially in an OEM/VMI environment with erratic and project‑based usage. This role sits at the intersection of Sales/Account Management, Purchasing, Commodity Management, and Operations. The Demand Planner own the forecast, the assumptions behind it, and the process discipline that turns noise into an actionable plan. This role does not own customer relationships or place purchase orders. The Demand Planner interacts with cross-functional teams and will need to be confident to drive decisions and challenge input without direct leadership oversight of those individuals. The teams will include Account Management, Sales, Sourcing, Finance and Leadership.</div><div>
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This position reports to: </b>V.P. of Supply Chain</div><div><b>
This position has direct reports:</b> No</div><div><b>
Location:</b> Rockford, IL</div><div><b>
FLSA Hourly/Salary:</b> Starting Salary range $75,000-$80,000</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions:</b></h3><ul><li>
 Commit to FIELD&rsquo;s Mission Statement, Core Values, and Fieldamentals.</li><li>
 Develop rolling forecasts (12&ndash;24 months) at SKU / customer / location level and own the execution and communication to the team</li><li>
 Segment demand (stable, intermittent, project, lifecycle)</li><li>
 Incorporate customer programs, EOLs, launches, and engineering changes</li><li>
 Maintain forecast accuracy and bias metrics</li><li>
 Ownership of ABC Classification and management</li><li>
 Owns statistical and collaborative forecasts</li><li>
 Prepare demand inputs for monthly planning cadence</li><li>
 Present risks, upside, downside, and confidence ranges to VP of Supply Chain, Executive Vice President and/or President.</li><li>
 Align demand plan with inventory and supply strategies</li><li>
 Translate OEM signals (consumption, schedules, forecasts) into actionable demand</li><li>
 Define min/max, safety stock logic, and replenishment triggers</li><li>
 Identify customers/items where VMI is inappropriate</li><li>
 Recommends stocking vs non‑stocking classifications</li><li>
 Partner with Inventory Optimization tools and consultants</li><li>
 Recommend stocking policies by SKU class</li><li>
 Identify excess, obsolete, and slow‑moving inventory drivers</li><li>
 Escalates gaps between demand and supply</li><li>
 Act as the single source of truth for demand assumptions</li><li>
 Document forecast changes and rationale</li><li>
 Drive accountability to one agreed plan</li><li>
 Primary Metrics include: Forecast Accuracy (MAPE / WAPE), Forecast Bias, Demand Plan Adherence, Inventory Turns above 3.5 by 2030 without eroding margin, Service Level / Fill Rate, Excess &amp; Obsolete Inventory, Expedites caused by forecast error</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education, Skills and Experience Required:</b></h3><ul><li>
 High School diploma or GED equivalent</li><li>
 Polite and professional manner.</li><li>
3-5 years of forecasting experience</li><li>
Advanced Excel (forecasting, pivots, data modeling).
</li><li>Experience with demand planning / inventory tools</li><li>
Understanding of intermittent and lumpy demand</li><li>
Ability to synthesize imperfect and conflicting data into a clear plan</li><li>
Understanding of lead times, MOQs, and constraints</li><li>
Financial acumen related to inventory and working capital</li><li>
Comfortable with ambiguity and imperfect data</li><li>
Strong communicator who can challenge assumptions</li><li>
Process‑driven but pragmatic</li><li>
Strong in mathematics</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Additional Skills Preferred:</b></h3><ul><li>
OEM / industrial distribution experience preferred.
</li><li>Vendor Managed Inventory.</li><li>
Working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Prophet 21.</li><li>
Working knowledge of threaded fasteners is preferred.</li><li>
Some knowledge of &ldquo;C&rdquo; class items is beneficial.</li><li>
Previous fastener distribution and/or fastener manufacturing experience, beneficial.</li><li>
CPIM certification</li><li>
2-5 years in buying / analysis/ supply chain</li><li>
Power Bi experience</li><li>
SQL experience</li><li>
Data Scientist background</li><li>
Bachelor Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, Statistics</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
We are committed to protecting your privacy. All information provided during the application process is collected for recruitment and employment evaluation purposes only. We do not sell, rent, trade, or share applicant personal information with third-party marketing campaigns, advertising agencies, or external organizations not directly involved in the hiring process. Information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.</i></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Field provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</i></div>
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</p></div>

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