Demand Planning Specialist

Emerson•Cranberry Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist for its Power and Water Solutions business, based in Cranberry Township, PA. This role involves developing and managing demand forecasts to support various planning activities including inventory, supply chain, production, and financial planning. The specialist will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate demand plans, identify risks and opportunities, and drive alignment through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. This position offers the chance to influence business performance through data-driven insights, continuous improvement, and strong organizational partnerships.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, inventory management, business planning, or a related analytical role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret large data sets and identify actionable insights.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience working with ERP systems and planning platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar tools.
Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple functions and levels of the organization.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration
2+ years relevant experience, as above
Experience supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or similar business planning processes.
Experience utilizing business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable applications.
Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or supply chain-focused environments.
Knowledge of inventory optimization principles and demand forecasting methodologies.
Experience with statistical forecasting tools and automated planning solutions.
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and data-driven process enhancement.
Proven ability to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.

Responsibilities

Master a thorough understanding of all PWS planning processes.
Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts using historical data, market intelligence, and business insights.
Analyze sales trends, seasonality, customer demand patterns, and market dynamics to improve forecast accuracy.
Incorporate new product introductions, promotions, and market developments into demand planning activities.
Monitor forecast performance, identify drivers of forecast variance, and recommend corrective actions.
Adjust demand plans in response to changing business conditions and emerging trends.
Facilitate alignment between demand forecasts, business objectives, and operational capabilities.
Communicate demand assumptions, risks, opportunities, and performance metrics to key stakeholders.
Create and maintain forecasting reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making.
Evaluate forecast accuracy, forecast bias, inventory trends, and service level performance.
Partner with Supply Planning, Procurement, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Finance teams to balance inventory and customer service objectives.
Support inventory optimization initiatives by identifying potential shortages, excess inventory, and demand-related risks.
Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes, planning methodologies, and system capabilities.
Support planning system enhancements, automation initiatives, and adoption of best practices.
Maintain data accuracy and integrity within forecasting and planning systems.
Promote collaboration and continuous improvement across demand planning and related functions.