Global Demand Planner

ALLESET • Flowery Branch, GA

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About The Position

The Global Demand Planner drives forecast accuracy and demand visibility across global manufacturing operations. The role balances Make-to-Order (MTO) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) models, aligning commercial demand signals with supply chain execution. Using advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and SAP expertise, the planner develops demand forecasts to optimize service levels, working capital, and global supply chain performance.

The role works across regions and product categories, leading S&OP demand reviews and coordinating with Sales, Operations, Finance, Product Management, Supply Chain, and client teams. It also supports digital transformation and continuous improvement through SAP and advanced planning tools, and provides scenario planning and analysis to inform executive decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of global demand planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MTO and VMI supply chain models.
• Proficiency in SAP or equivalent planning systems.
• High-level analytical, statistical, and predictive modeling skills.
• Excel and Power BI expertise.
• Experience leading S&OP demand planning processes.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage complexity across multiple regions and product lines.
• Ability to guide, motivate, and develop a team while promoting a client-focused culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills for interacting with diverse clients and teams.
• Ability to analyze performance data, resolve complex issues, and provide strategic guidance.
• Proficiency with CRM software and collaboration tools such as Slack and Microsoft Teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop, own, and maintain the global demand forecast across multiple regions and product categories.
• Drive S&OP demand review processes, aligning Sales, Operations, and Finance on a single demand plan.
• Manage demand planning across MTO and VMI supply chain models to support appropriate inventory levels and supply continuity.
• Apply predictive analytics, statistical models, and market intelligence to improve forecast accuracy.
• Partner with Sales, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams to incorporate new product introductions and market trends into forecasts.
• Identify gaps and risks in demand versus supply and escalate mitigation strategies to leadership.
• Collaborate with supply planning and client teams in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States.
• Deliver demand-related KPIs, including forecast accuracy, service levels, and working capital.
• Support digital transformation initiatives using SAP and advanced planning tools for automation and continuous improvement.
• Provide scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and what-if modeling to guide executive decision-making.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time