Demand Planner

24 Seven Talent; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent is seeking a Demand Planner II to support the effective distribution of products and services. This role develops and manages demand plans, analyzes inventory and delivery performance, and partners with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory and maximize revenue.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of owning demand management initiatives. Start date 8/31/2026; end date 2/26/2027; location Beaverton, OR; pay is $41.54 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of direct experience in demand planning, supply chain, or inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with demand forecasts, inventory data, and KPIs.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and data-driven decisions.
• Comfortable with planning tools and related technologies.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and reconcile periodic demand plans.
• Manage demand planning to maximize revenue and minimize excess inventory.
• Communicate forecast changes to stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve inventory issues.
• Lead demand and delivery performance analyses.
• Analyze inventory data and KPIs for improvement.
• Establish and monitor inventory/delivery performance targets.
• Promote inventory management best practices across teams.
• Utilize planning tools and understand system dependencies.
• Ensure planning and reporting are accurate and timely.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Planning tools

ERP systems

Job description

Demand Planner II – Supply Chain & Logistics

Start/End Dates: 8/31/2026 - 2/26/2027

$41.54 hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a Demand Planner II to support the effective and efficient distribution of products and services to customers. This role will be responsible for developing and managing demand plans, analyzing inventory and delivery performance, and partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory levels, maximize revenue, and minimize excess or closeout inventory.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of demand management and inventory-related initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and reconcile periodic demand plans, including assortments, product flow, launches/drops, SKU productivity, and allocations.
• Manage demand planning activities to maximize revenue and minimize excess and closeout inventory.
• Communicate purchase positions, forecast variances, and changes in demand to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify, prioritize, negotiate, and resolve category-specific inventory issues.
• Lead Demand & Delivery performance analysis and provide insights to improve inventory and delivery outcomes.
• Analyze inventory data, KPIs, and performance trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Establish, monitor, and track key inventory and delivery performance targets.
• Build awareness and understanding of inventory management practices across cross-functional teams.
• Utilize planning tools and understand system dependencies and related business processes.
• Ensure planning and reporting activities are accurate, timely, and aligned with business objectives.
• Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of directly relevant experience in demand planning, supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with demand forecasts, inventory data, and performance KPIs.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make data-driven decisions.
• Comfortable working with planning tools, business systems, and related technologies.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Equivalent education and experience may be considered, including:

• Master’s degree with 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Associate degree with 1–3 years of relevant experience
• High school diploma with 3–5 years of relevant experience
• PhD or Law degree with 1 year of relevant experience