Demand Forecast & Planning Specialist

Lakeside Foods Inc.; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Foods Inc. in Manitowoc, Wisconsin is seeking a Forecast Planner to join its supply chain team. In this role you will support forecasting and planning efforts to improve inventory management, procurement, and production planning through data-driven insights.

If you enjoy collaborating across departments and working with forecasts, you will contribute to continuous improvement and accurate demand planning in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Two years forecasting, planning, inventory planning, or related experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Understanding of S&OP concepts and processes.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining product forecasts based on sales input and business requirements.
• Support efforts to improve forecast accuracy and forecasting processes across the organization.
• Enter and maintain promotional activity forecasts as directed by the Sales team.
• Complete daily reporting and forecasting analysis activities.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure timely completion of forecasting-related initiatives.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Sales, and other departments to support planning activities and business objectives.
• Assist with inventory, procurement, and production planning efforts through accurate forecasting support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to forecasting and demand planning.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Forecast Supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Forecasting concepts

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lakeside Foods Inc. in Manitowoc, Wisconsin is seeking a Forecast Planner to join its supply chain team. In this role you will support forecasting and planning efforts to improve inventory management, procurement, and production planning through data-driven insights.

If you enjoy collaborating across departments and working with forecasts, you will contribute to continuous improvement and accurate demand planning in a dynamic manufacturing environment.