Senior Demand Planning Analyst

Coates Group

Operations Business Process Specialist focused on implementing process improvements. Working in a global tech company creating customer experiences with digital solutions.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $105,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in demand planning and forecasting, utilizing statistical analysis and consensus-based methodologies to drive accuracy and process improvement. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance forecasting tools and analyze demand trends.

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Demand PlanningForecastingS&OP ProcessesForecasting ToolsSupply Chain Analytics

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisForecast MethodologiesData AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisDemand Trends Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

Adaptive PlanningSAP IBPAnaplanOracle

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainSaaSProject-Based DemandSeasonalityHardware

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain statistically driven and consensus-based HW forecasts across NAM
Incorporate multiple inputs including sales pipeline and deal probabilities, customer rollout schedules, historical sales trends and seasonality patterns
Manage separate forecasting methodologies for Project-based hardware deployments & Recurring SaaS subscriptions
Support and actively contribute to the monthly S&OP cycle including demand review preparation and facilitation
Ensure forecast assumptions, risks, and opportunities are clearly documented and communicated.
Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and process maturity.
Drive improvements in demand planning tools, systems, and data quality.
Analyze forecast performance and identify root causes of variances.
Provide actionable insights on demand trends and risks, seasonality impacts, customer-specific demand patterns
Partner closely with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Success teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
3–6+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analytics, or related roles.
Experience in a technology, hardware, SaaS, or hybrid business model preferred.
Exposure to project-based or rollout-driven demand environments strongly preferred.
Experience working with enterprise customers or in industries with seasonality (e.g., QSR, retail) is a plus.
Familiarity with S&OP / IBP processes and cross-functional planning environments.
Experience with forecasting and planning tools (e.g., Adaptive Planning, SAP IBP, Anaplan, Oracle, or similar) mandatory.

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual market competitive bonus program
“Thrive Program” with flexible work options
dedicated time for health and wellbeing (e.g., virtual Yoga or meditation sessions)
Global Wellness paid day off
“Give Back Day” for community impact