Demand Planner

Oatey Company • Cleveland, OH

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

A highly visible supply chain role that will manage the Demand Planning (forecasting and inventory) requirements process. This is a strategic and hands-on position responsible for developing and executing Demand and Inventory plans that will drive the organization towards exceeding customer service levels by using analytical, marketing and sales data. Collaboration with other members of the supply chain, sales, marketing, and customer support teams is paramount to achieve these sales and service objectives.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of demand planning strategies and models; as well as inventory management practices and procedures.
• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Previous Demand Planning or Material Resource Planning experience
• Advanced Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Report Writer, Microsoft Dynamics AX.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated business acumen and strong analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated team and individual leadership skills: decision-making, analytical, team building and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands.
• Four Year College Degree (Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field)

Nice To Haves

• APICS CPIM Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
• Maintain demand planning processes and systems.
• Propose, and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
• Oversee demand planning and management processes for new and existing products
• Work with customers, sales team and supply chain management to improve forecast precision.
• Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Identify areas of improvements and recommend action plans
• Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
• Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management.
• Conduct monthly forecast maintenance.
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Target to fill rate goal and minimum/maximum stock levels
• Participate in S&OP meetings
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level