Demand Planner

Insight Global; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is assisting a client in Idaho with a Demand Planner role focused on forecasting and integrated business planning. The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to align demand with supply and drive consensus forecasts.

The role requires strong analytics, Excel, and SAP/ERP/MRP proficiency, plus APICS certification. Competitive hourly pay and a commitment to continuous process improvement are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, statistics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain (food/CPG preferred).
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP/ERP/MRP systems.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Forecast Management: create and maintain all stages of the demand plan and develop accurate forecasts.
• Integrated Business Planning: participate in SBP/IBP processes and develop an 18‑month rolling consensus forecast.
• Performance Monitoring: track forecast accuracy and KPIs; report changes to leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with Sales and Marketing to incorporate insights into forecasts.
• Continuous Improvement: drive initiatives to improve forecast accuracy and system capabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Forecasting methods

Demand sensing

Education

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

Tools

SAP

SAP IBP

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced planning tools

Job description

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Demand Planner to manage the overall demand signal for a specified business unit. This role ensures accurate forecasting, supports integrated business planning, and drives continuous improvement in demand planning processes. You will collaborate cross functionally with teams across the business to deliver a consensus forecast and maintain planning accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast Management: Create and maintain all stages of the demand plan—from inception to discontinuity. Analyze historical sales data, promotional plans, and market trends to develop accurate forecasts. Maintain demand planning system parameters and cleanse historical data.
• Integrated Business Planning: Participate in Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes. Implement SAP IBP and leverage best-in-class forecasting strategies. Develop and maintain an 18-month rolling consensus forecast.
• Performance Monitoring: Track forecast accuracy and bias; report key changes and drivers to leadership. Prepare dashboards and KPIs for demand planning performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Sales and Marketing to incorporate commercial insights into forecasts. Align demand plans with supply capabilities and inventory targets.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives to improve forecast accuracy and system capabilities. Support new product introductions and product lifecycle planning.

Pay: $30-$37/hr

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain (food/CPG preferred).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience with SAP IBP or advanced planning tools.
• Familiarity with statistical forecasting methods and demand sensing.

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