Demand & Supply Planning Analyst

Merit Brass Company•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Demand & Supply Planning Analyst role focuses on maintaining optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand without overstocking or stockouts. This position utilizes data analytics and business inputs to generate reliable demand forecasts that drive supply planning decisions. The analyst will balance projected demand with supply capabilities (production, procurement, capacity) to ensure a stable and efficient supply chain. Key responsibilities include providing data and insights for cross-functional planning meetings, minimizing working capital tied up in inventory while ensuring service levels, identifying and managing potential disruptions, and creating reports, dashboards, and models to aid leadership decisions. The role also involves analyzing and improving forecasting, planning, and replenishment processes using best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or integrated business planning.
Proficiency in forecasting and planning tools (e.g., Netstock, SAP IBP, Oracle, Kinaxis, Anaplan, Excel).
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Solid understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management principles.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365, Netstock, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a plus

Responsibilities

Analyze historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and promotional activities to create accurate demand forecasts.
Use statistical tools and software to generate and maintain short-term and long-term demand plans.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to incorporate business insights into the forecast.
Track and improve forecast accuracy using KPIs and root cause analysis.
Support the new product introduction (NPI) and end-of-life (EOL) planning with appropriate forecasting.
Support to maintain the product setup and data integrity.
Translate demand forecasts into supply plans, considering capacity constraints, lead times, inventory targets, and supplier capabilities.
Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure timely product availability.
Monitor inventory levels and recommend actions to optimize stock levels and avoid overstock/stockout scenarios.
Analyze supply chain disruptions and propose mitigation strategies.
Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to track order fulfillment and adjust supply plans accordingly.
Participate in monthly SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) meetings.
Prepare and present forecast and supply data to support decision-making.
Recommend planning adjustments based on changes in demand, capacity, or supply chain constraints.