Demand Planner

Graco•Rogers, MN

18d•$64,600 - $113,100•Hybrid

About The Position

The Demand Planner supports demand planning for an assigned business category. The role analyzes trends and develops accurate demand forecasts in partnership with Sales and Marketing, while collaborating across teams to optimize inventory and support business goals. The position works closely with Operations and Supply Chain Planning, Sales, Marketing, and Finance to align demand with capacity and long-term business strategies. The Demand Planner manages and maintains the demand planning system for assigned product categories, monitors market and business factors that affect demand, and communicates risks and challenges to support informed decisions. The role also contributes to the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, develops forecasts for new product introductions, and uses data-driven insights and scenario modeling to inform strategic decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
Continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving results.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, and candidates working under temporary employment authorization are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analysis is preferred.
Experience with planning systems or ERP tools; Oracle experience is a plus.
Knowledge of supply chain and lean manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and maintain the demand plan system for assigned product categories to support forecast accuracy and business alignment.
Monitor business trends, seasonality, and market factors that may affect demand, and adjust forecasts accordingly.
Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance data quality through continuous improvement initiatives.
Communicate challenges and risks promptly to support business continuity and informed decision-making.
Partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to align demand assumptions, promotional impacts, and inventory strategies.
Partner with Product teams to develop demand plans and launch forecasts for new product introductions, including cannibalization, and adjust plans based on early sales performance.
Identify and present data-driven insights and scenario modeling to influence strategic decisions.