Sr Demand Planning Specialist

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Solon, OH

4d • $90,003 - $120,935

About The Position

The Sr. Demand Planning Specialist develops accurate demand forecasts for assigned product categories. The role partners with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Production, and statistical modeling teams to analyze historical performance, market trends, customer behavior, and other demand drivers. The specialist translates data and business insights into actionable forecasts that support inventory optimization, production planning, and overall supply chain efficiency. Success requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to communicate and influence across teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to interpret complex data, market trends, and customer insights.
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and demand planning tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees and stakeholders across organizational levels.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across teams.
• Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and creative-thinking skills, particularly when addressing complex problems without a single clear solution.
• At least 2 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Supply Chain, Analytics, Operations, or a related area.
• Experience working with ERP systems and demand planning software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for assigned product categories using historical data, market trends, and Sales and Marketing input.
• Analyze demand drivers, including category trends, trade promotions, seasonality, retail consumption, distribution channels, and product performance.
• Partner with statistical modeling teams to enhance statistical forecasts and develop base demand forecasts at the item, distribution center, and weekly level.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Production, and other cross-functional partners to gather insights and improve forecast accuracy.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior to identify potential changes in demand.
• Conduct regular forecast reviews and incorporate relevant business insights and assumptions.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Production teams to support optimal inventory levels while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
• Consider production capacity, distribution center constraints, and raw material availability when evaluating future demand.
• Identify and communicate demand-related risks and opportunities to key stakeholders.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis on forecast accuracy, demand trends, and key performance indicators.
• Continuously improve demand planning processes, forecasting methodologies, and systems.
• Support the development and adoption of supply chain best practices and foundational processes.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentives and bonus eligibility.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Healthcare coverage.
• A broad range of other benefits; benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior