Product Owner – Demand Planning

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Product Owner for demand forecasting and planning module within supply chain technology solutions. Focus on customer value, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and agile delivery.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeNorth Carolina, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product strategy and demand forecasting, with a strong ability to translate user needs into actionable requirements. Proficient in managing backlogs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing AI tools to enhance decision-making and workflow efficiency.

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Demand ForecastingProduct ManagementAI Tools UtilizationAgile MethodologiesUser Story Development

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Hard Skills

Demand Planning SoftwareUser Story WritingAcceptance Criteria DevelopmentStatistical Forecasting ModelsMachine Learning Forecasting Models

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationProblem-SolvingEmpathy for End UserPrioritizationMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

ClaudeCursorCopilot

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BS or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Product StrategyBacklog ManagementGo-To-Market ReadinessPost-Launch AdoptionWorkflow Nuances

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Product Strategy
Surface the exceptions planners need to manage and build visibility that creates trust in the forecasting logic
Translate demand planners' day-to-day work into clear requirements
Own and refine the backlog priorities, balancing long-term vision with short-term iteration
Distinguish must-haves from nice-to-haves
Work with customers and internal stakeholders to understand issues and workflow nuances for demand planners
Collaborate with UI/UX on intuitive, low-friction workflows
Support go-to-market readiness - demo and position new functionality
Monitor post-launch adoption and measure improvements in accuracy, time savings, or decision quality
AI-Enabled
Actively use AI tools (Claude, Cursor, Copilot, etc.) to accelerate repetitive tasks without outsourcing your thinking and judgement
Evaluate AI output critically - know when a decision needs a human vs. when it can be automated
Delivery
Manage the backlog: high-level canvases plus detailed stories and requirements for active work
Write concise user stories and acceptance criteria grounded in real use cases
Follow agile ceremonies (planning, estimation, retro, standup)
Partner with development and QA to prioritize, review, and accept work as a squad
Validate assumptions and gather feedback from customers throughout the lifecycle, including on mockups and beta

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS or equivalent experience
Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience in demand forecasting, planning, and new product introduction/lifecycle
Experience using commercial demand forecasting/planning software day-to-day (not just Excel)
Strong technical aptitude - comfortable learning how systems work and exploring data to inform decisions
Excellent communication skills; can explain complex ideas simply
Curiosity, problem-solving instinct, and empathy for the end user
Able to prioritize, multitask, and make clear decisions in a fast-moving environment
Nice to have: Understanding of how AI/ML-assisted model selection works; can evaluate forecast recommendations critically
Familiarity with statistical vs. ML forecasting models and when each fits mid-market planning teams
Product management, ownership, or BA experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 weeks of PTO in your first year of employment and 4 weeks of PTO in your 2nd year.
Half-day Fridays during the Summer months if your schedule allows.
Hybrid work schedule - Mondays and Fridays you can work from home.
Medical, dental, and vision coverages at very affordable premiums that include family coverage.
6% 401k match after your first year of employment.
Free snacks, drinks, fancy coffee, a putting green, and other amenities at the offices.