Demand & Inventory Planner

HexArmor, Limited; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HexArmor is seeking a disciplined Supply Chain Demand and Inventory Planner to own demand forecasting for select SKUs and suppliers, balancing service levels with inventory turns. You will collaborate with Category Management, Product Management, Logistics Specialists and production teams to ensure timely fulfillment.

The role requires experience with Excel reporting, SAP Business One, and BI tools like Tableau; responsibilities include supplier communication, buy planning, and optimization of

Qualifications

• BS degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of supply chain, purchasing or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills; ability to build reports.

Responsibilities

• Own the demand forecast for assigned suppliers and SKUs to drive the monthly buy plan.
• Communicate daily with suppliers for PO placement, on‑time deliveries, forecasting, and capacity.
• Build and present daily, weekly, and monthly Excel reports to drive purchasing and financial reviews.
• Develop inventory strategies across product lifecycle and manage inventory service levels.
• Collaborate with sales, category managers, and distribution to communicate inventory outlook.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Forecast accuracy

Education

BS degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP Business One

Tableau

Blue Ridge

Excel

Job description

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your eyes, hands, arms, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to design innovative, high performance PPE that helps ensure workers return home in the same condition they arrived. Our mission is to provide the protection that makes this possible, for every worker, everywhere.

SUMMARY

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Supply Chain Demand and Inventory Planner to join our team. The Supply Chain Demand and Inventory Planner is responsible for a dedicated set of suppliers and items — balancing inventory service levels and inventory turns to maximize fulfillment and minimize delays using analysis from Excel, SAP Business One, Tableau, and Blue Ridge. The right candidate would develop the ability to analyze forecast trends with sales opportunities to apply to future item performance. The Supply Chain Demand and Inventory Planner would work closely with Category Management, Product Management, and Logistics Specialists as well as the Warehouse and Production teams daily.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the demand forecast for an assigned portfolio of suppliers and SKUs, using sales history, opportunity data, and market signal to drive monthly buy plan
• Communicate daily with multiple suppliers for PO placement, on‑time deliveries, forecasting, and capacity
• Build and present daily, weekly, and monthly Excel reporting that drives purchasing and financial reviews.

• XLOOKUP/Index Matching
• Generating IF statements/formulas

• Develop understanding of HexArmor product and product lifecycle to apply sound judgement when presented with purchasing decisions
• Lead as needed on any necessary reporting or Supply Chain related tasks
• Daily operating in SAP & Blue Ridge MRP for inventory management and related functions
• Monthly product specific opportunity review with sales management to understand new business
• Generate various reports using sales data and opportunity data to create functional forecastsCollaborate with sales, category managers, and distribution to communicate inventory outlook and build scenario plans for potential net new business.
• Research and incorporate business intelligence that increases forecast accuracy
• Develop inventory strategies on new and existing products across product lifecycle
• Oversee the planning of inventory service levels to meet demand
• Review all demand for finished goods orders and production requirements and coordinate appropriate actions to supply customers in a timely manner
• Reformatting of exports and importing into existing spreadsheets
• Analyze and provide feedback to appropriate departments on material status for fulfilling customer demand
• Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to the demand planning process
• Develop, improve, monitor reporting processes and systems to align with continuous improvement goals
• Make recommendations to management regarding improvements in the supply chain and production planning processes to increase efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve delivery performance
• Confidently present strategic initiatives to business units and leadership
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS degree in Supply Chain preferred
• 2-5 years of supply chain, purchasing or equivalent, preferred

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Microsoft Office – Excel
• Solid decision making and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Recognize and adapt to international/cultural norms
• Highly motivated and positive attitude
• Ability to excel in a fast pace work environment by setting priorities and handle multiple simultaneous requirements

HexArmor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

At HexArmor, we believe diversity in people and ideas makes us stronger. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee workforce honoring people’s experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. As one HexArmor community, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and impartial.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

** Employment offers are contingent upon an E-Verify check and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check **