Description
Position: Demand & Inventory Planning Manager
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Shawnee, OK
Salary: $95K Base Salary and UP - Plus Bonus es
This is a FULL-TIME permanent position
Benefits: Full Benefits, Bonus, Health, Vacation, Paid Relocation available.
Relocation: Paid relocation is available for this position by the employer.
Contact: John@SourceRecruitmentSolutions.com
Our client, a premier consumer product goods manufacturing company with products sold nationwide, is seeking an experienced Demand & Inventory Planning Manager.
Are you ready to grow your career with the right company?
Do you want a role where you can see your recommendations make a dramatic impact?
If your answer is yes, then this is the job for you!
Demand & Inventory Planning Manager
Position Summary:
The Demand & Inventory Planning Manager is responsible for developing and executing demand forecasts, inventory strategies, and supply chain plans that ensure optimal product availability while minimizing costs. This position plays a key role in aligning sales, production, and procurement through integrated business planning (IBP) processes and data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Forecasting & Demand Planning
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term demand forecasts in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Production.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and business inputs to generate accurate forecasts.
- Participate in monthly demand planning reviews and integrate updated forecasts into supply chain planning.
Inventory Management & Optimization
- Maintain inventory targets by product line, location, and channel to ensure product availability and minimize excess stock.
- Identify risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation plans for inventory shortages or overages.
- Monitor key KPIs including inventory turns, fill rates, and service levels.
Supply Chain Coordination
- Partner with Procurement, Production, Warehousing, and Logistics to ensure timely product flow across the network.
- Communicate schedule changes, forecast variances, and potential service disruptions in advance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline inventory and production planning processes.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in forecasting and inventory control.
- Prepare and present actionable reports and dashboards to key stakeholders.
- Track performance against forecast accuracy, service level, and inventory targets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as a liaison between Sales, Operations, IT, and Finance to ensure alignment on planning assumptions and business goals.
- Support IBP/S&OP processes to synchronize supply and demand planning efforts.
- Lead meetings to communicate forecasts, service risks, and recommendations.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain planning, or demand forecasting.
- Experience using ERP and forecasting tools (SAP preferred).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a planning, scheduling, or product management role.
- Familiarity with inventory and network optimization software.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis, complex formulas).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
- Knowledge of forecasting models, inventory control techniques, and supply chain best practices.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with IBP/S&OP processes and cross-functional collaboration.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the USA without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
If you are interested, please send a MS Word version of your resume & cover letter to
John Marino atJohn@SourceRecruitmentSolutions.com
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