Demand Planning Manager

Therm-O-Disc Human Resources-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Columbus, OH
1,001-5,000 employees
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The Demand Planning Manager leads the forecasting process to ensure product availability, optimal inventory levels, and alignment between supply and market demand. This role is responsible for developing accurate forecasts, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams, and driving the S&OP process to support operational and financial goals.

  • Forecast Development & Optimization
  • Develop, maintain, and refine statistical demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics.
  • Integrate input from Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Product teams to create consensus forecasts.
  • Analyze forecast accuracy and bias; implement corrective actions and continuous improvements.
  • S&OP / IBP Process Leadership
  • Lead the monthly S&OP or Integrated Business Planning cycle, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans.
  • Facilitate cross-functional meetings to reconcile demand signals and align on a single, agreed demand plan.
  • Present key forecast changes, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
  • Inventory & Supply Alignment
  • Partner with Supply Planning and Procurement to ensure inventory strategies support the demand plan.
  • Identify and mitigate supply/demand imbalances such as stockouts, excess, and capacity issues.
  • Support decisions on safety stock levels, replenishment parameters, and SKU lifestyle management.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Monitor forecasting KPIs (e.g., MAPE, bias, forecast accuracy, service level, inventory turns).
  • Conduct root cause analysis on forecast errors and implement improvement action plans.
  • Develop dashboards and reporting tools to enhance visibility and decision-making.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with Sales team to understand customer insights, pipeline changes, promotional impacts, and market intelligence.
  • Work with Marketing to incorporate new product launches, campaigns, and seasonal trends into the forecast.
  • Partner with Finance to align demand forecasts with financial projections and budgeting cycles.
  • Process & Systems Improvement
  • Drive adoption of advanced planning systems (APS), forecasting tools, and automation.
  • Standardize forecasting processes and documentation across the organization.
  • Apply best practices in statistical modeling, segmentation, and demand sensing.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Analytics, or related field.
  • 5–10+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency with forecasting tools (APS, ERP, Excel, statistical models).
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to translate data insights into actionable business decisions.
  • Experience with S&OP or Integrated Business Planning preferred.
  • Certifications such as APICS/CPIM/CSCP or IBF’s CPDF/CPF preferred.
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