Demand Planner

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Job summary

On-Board PMO is seeking a Demand Planner in Cleveland, OH for a 1 year contract. The role focuses on forecasting, inventory optimization, and cross-functional alignment within a fast-paced environment.

You will develop demand forecasts, analyze trends, and support S&OP processes to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in demand planning, strong data analytics, and experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 2+ years in demand/supply planning or related function.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficient in Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or advanced planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve short- and long-range demand forecasts using data sources.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Production Planning, Procurement, and Finance.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and inventory performance; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support monthly S&OP and demand reviews with forecast reports and risk assessment.
• Align demand with production capacity, material availability, and inventory targets.
• Maintain planning master data and forecast inputs within ERP and planning systems.
• Identify stockouts, excess inventory, and slow-moving risks; develop mitigation plans.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and executive summaries for forecast performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QAD

Power BI

Job description

On-Board PMO is hiring a Demand Planner

Cleveland, OH

Overview

On-Board PMO is well known for complex program solutions, whether the need is in Production, Operations, Product Processing, Packaging, Warehousing & Logistics, Contract Manufacturing, or Plant Management; On-Board has the infrastructure and experience to provide world-class service. We are supporting the world leader in thermal interface materials which keep electronics cool, along with inductive components preserving signal integrity.

Position Details

Title: Demand Planner

Position Type: 1 year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need

Job Location: Cleveland, OH

Shift: 1st Shift

Benefits: 401K, Dental insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, PTO

Compensation: $34-$38/HR

Pay Rate

$34.00–$38.00/hour, depending on experience

Openings

1

Job Summary

The Demand Planner is responsible for supporting accurate forecasting, inventory optimization, and cross-functional supply chain alignment within a fast-paced and dynamic organization. This role develops and maintains demand forecasts, analyzes sales and market trends, supports Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve short- and long-range demand forecasts using historical sales data, customer input, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and other business intelligence.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Production Planning, Procurement, and Finance to develop consensus demand plans that support business objectives.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, forecast bias, inventory performance, service levels, and demand variability; identify root causes of gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Support monthly S&OP and demand review processes by preparing forecast reports, presenting key assumptions, and identifying risks, opportunities, and changes in demand.
• Collaborate with supply planning and operations teams to align demand requirements with production capacity, material availability, and inventory targets.
• Maintain planning master data, demand planning parameters, and forecast inputs within ERP, MRP, and advanced planning systems.
• Identify potential stockouts, excess inventory, and slow-moving inventory risks and work cross-functionally to develop mitigation plans.
• Prepare recurring dashboards, reports, and executive summaries related to forecast performance, inventory health, and changes to the demand plan.
• Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes, tools, reporting, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, production planning, sales forecasting, or a related supply chain function.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience working with ERP, MRP, demand planning, or advanced planning systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and clearly present planning recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, industrial products, consumer goods, or other complex supply chain environments preferred.
• Working knowledge of S&OP, inventory management, production planning, material planning, and customer service processes preferred.
• Experience with planning tools such as SAP, Oracle, or QAD highly preferred.
• Experience using Power BI or other reporting and analytics tools preferred.
• Understanding of statistical forecasting methods, forecast accuracy metrics, safety stock, reorder points, and inventory optimization concepts preferred.

On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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