Demand Manager

Groupe Seb • Irvine, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Demand Manager, you will own the integrated demand planning process to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and supply chain capabilities, minimizing costs and risks. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and strategic suppliers will be essential to drive operational excellence and enhance overall supply chain performance. This is an individual contributor role focused on developing and enhancing the demand planning process within the organization. The main stakeholders are Sales, Marketing, and Program Management. The role requires developing an in‑depth understanding of sales strategies, product offerings, and upcoming projects. Responsibilities include managing phase‑in and phase‑out products, overseeing process flows, and coordinating communication with supply planners.

Requirements

• Proven experience in demand planning (typically 7–10 years), including time in a leadership or managerial capacity, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing, spare parts/equipment environment with international presence in a multisite network.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• SAP and/or Oracle experience or similar ERP systems is a must.
• Excel and PowerPoint – advanced.
• Working collaboratively in a Global Team Environment
• Knowledge of labor law/social management/legal matters
• Ability to anticipate and be agile
• Strong organization and follow-through.
• Ethics
• Problem Solving
• Culture and Wellbeing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Action Orientation
• Data Driven
• Business Acumen

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the generation of demand forecasts using statistical models, historical data, input from sales, product development, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of forecasts to support production planning and inventory management decisions.
• Develop and implement demand strategies aligned with business objectives, sales targets, and product lifecycle stages.
• Develop inventory replenishment strategies, safety stock policies, and order parameters to balance inventory levels with demand variability and minimize costs while maintaining service level commitments.
• Implement inventory optimization techniques and system enhancements to improve inventory turns and reduce SLOBs.
• In collaboration with SEB Professional Global, factories, key suppliers, and other departments of SEB Professional North America continuously evaluate and enhance demand processes, methodologies, and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and agility.
• Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to streamline workflows and automate routine tasks.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities related to demand changes, supply chain disruptions, or priority shifts.
• Develop contingency plans and scenario analyses to mitigate risks, minimize costs, and capitalize on opportunities proactively.
• Lead the local S&OP process to communicate demand and supply plans, assumptions, and insights effectively to internal stakeholders, including executives, to support strategic decision-making processes and drive alignment across the organization.
• Collaborate with factories and strategic suppliers to share demand forecasts and coordinate supply chain activities.
• Additional Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with a generous employer contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Additional Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discount Programs
• A Positive, Inclusive Work Culture that genuinely values work‑life balance
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility

What This Job Offers

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