
Demand Planning Analyst
Parts Town
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Fort Wayne • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $66,157 - $89,282 per year
About the role
- Maintain accurate demand forecasts and continuously update forecast models based on trends, exceptions, and business insights
- Monitor daily service levels and fill rate performance, addressing issues through exception reporting and forecast adjustments
- Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Pricing, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional partners to align on demand, supply, inventory strategies, and business initiatives
- Conduct monthly activities including brand forecasting, lead time reviews, strategy reviews, price-increase evaluations, and DIO budget analysis
- Manage quarterly inventory budgets and ensure alignment with financial targets and operational needs
- Execute ad hoc tasks such as preparing proformas, supporting bids, evaluating bulk-buy opportunities, and assisting with price-increase planning
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain, or inventory analysis
- Strong analytical skills with expertise in Excel and forecasting tools
- Passionate about collaborating internally across departments and externally with suppliers
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and has strong problem-solving skills
- Top-notch Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel) and comfortable with forecasting tools
- Experience with ERP or planning systems (SAP, NetSuite, Anaplan is a plus)
- Knowledge of SQL, data extraction, and ad-hoc analysis execution
- Fantastic communication skills & proficient in English (verbal and written)
- Quality, high-speed internet connection at home
Benefits
- Potential for quarterly profit-sharing bonus
- Hybrid Work schedule
- Monthly IT stipend
- Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Casual dress code
- On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
- Health insurance
- 401k/401k match
- Employee assistance programs
- Time away
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
demand planningforecastingsupply chaininventory analysisanalytical skillsExcelforecasting toolsSQLdata extractionad-hoc analysis
Soft Skills
collaborationtime managementadaptabilitydetail-orientedproactiveproblem-solvingcommunication skills