Demand and Supply Planner

Restaurant Technologies•Mendota Heights, MN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Restaurant Technologies is hiring a Demand and Supply Planner to develop and implement supply chain strategies, oversee demand forecasting, and optimize inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. The role involves leading or participating in cross-functional planning processes, driving process improvements, and supporting the overall success of the supply chain. The position prioritizes candidates in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metropolitan area who value onsite collaboration and flexible hybrid work arrangements. Fully remote candidates in the continental United States may receive secondary consideration. Anticipated travel is 10–15% as needed. The base salary range is $75,000–$90,000 annually, with a 10% bonus opportunity; salary depends on experience, geographic location, and market conditions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in MRP demand planning, supply chain planning, or inventory management.
At least 3 years of experience working with Oracle or similar ERP systems.
Excellent computer skills, especially in Excel, to aggregate and summarize large amounts of historical data and identify trends or problems.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
A high sense of ownership and commitment to performance excellence.
Ability to explain complex data to non-technical stakeholders, including Sales, Marketing, and Finance.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
Deep knowledge of how demand impacts inventory, production, and distribution.
Understanding of how market trends, sales strategies, and external factors impact demand.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Ability to challenge assumptions and drive alignment in S&OP processes.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain demand forecasts based on sales trends, historical data, and market intelligence.
Lead or participate in S&OP processes to align supply, demand, and business objectives.
Analyze and reconcile supply-demand gaps and drive scenario planning.
Work with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to align forecasts and plans.
Develop integrated supply plans aligned to demand forecasts, collaborating with repair, procurement, and logistics teams to support timely and efficient fulfillment.
Optimize Depot and Corporate inventory levels to minimize excess or obsolete stock while maintaining sufficient availability to meet customer needs.
Identify risks and opportunities within the supply-demand network and recommend adjustments.
Develop, analyze, and present forecast accuracy, service level, and inventory health reports and dashboards to senior leadership.