Demand Planner

MacLean Power Systems; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems is seeking a Demand Planner to support demand planning, inventory analysis, and distribution-center forecasting. You will leverage historical data, market trends, and cross-functional inputs to craft an accurate demand plan that aligns with our level-load manufacturing strategy.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, market research, and collaboration with multiple departments to drive informed decisions and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 4 to 6 years of experience
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Routinely research market intelligence to ensure forecasts are accurate and up-to-date
• Present analytics-based demand forecasts to multiple departments
• Identify key sales indicators to guide decision-making for the sales team
• Complete all necessary documents accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards and safety policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Creativity

Information gathering

Conceptual thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

As a Demand Planner, you will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future demand and analyzing inventory flow into our distribution center. You will use cross-functional interactions, historical data analysis, customer data, market trends and statistical projections to develop the most accurate and up-to-date demand plan. This position is a critical role in supporting the signals that drive our level load manufacturing strategy.

As a Demand Planner, you will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future demand and analyzing inventory flow into our distribution center. You will use cross-functional interactions, historical data analysis, customer data, market trends and statistical projections to develop the most accurate and up-to-date demand plan. This position is a critical role in supporting the signals that drive our level load manufacturing strategy.

Job Duties

• Routinely research market intelligence to ensure that demand forecasts are accurate and up-to-date
• Present analytics-based demand forecasts to multiple departments, including upper management
• Identify key sales indicators for specific products to provide the sales department with relevant analysis and guidance with respect to decision-making
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Perform work under minimal supervision
• Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of subject matter
• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 4 to 6 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Research skills
• Strong analytical thinking skills
• Creativity
• Ability to identify and seek needed information
• Conceptual thinking skills