Demand Forecasting & Analytics Analyst

MANN+HUMMEL; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to develop baseline forecasts, analyze trends, and support monthly demand consensus. You will work with Senior Demand Planners to enable strategic forecasting and ownership of the overall demand plan.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and skilled at turning data into actionable insights that improve forecast accuracy and business decisions. Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
• 1–3 years in demand planning, supply chain, analytics, or related analytical role.
• Advanced to Expert Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain baseline statistical forecasts using historical sales, seasonality, and demand trends.
• Analyze forecast performance, identify root causes of forecast variances, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare monthly demand planning reports including forecast tracking and KPI metrics.
• Support the monthly Demand Consensus process by preparing data, analyses, and presentation materials.
• Maintain forecast master data, planning parameters, and data integrity within SAP.
• Develop and automate reporting using Excel, Power BI, and other tools.
• Partner with Supply Planning, Customer Service, and Finance to ensure data accuracy.
• Provide ad hoc analyses and decision support for Senior Demand Planners and leadership.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP IBP

Power BI

Job description

MANN+HUMMEL in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to develop baseline forecasts, analyze trends, and support monthly demand consensus. You will work with Senior Demand Planners to enable strategic forecasting and ownership of the overall demand plan.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and skilled at turning data into actionable insights that improve forecast accuracy and business decisions. Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience are preferred.