Demand Planner

PrideStaff; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2/2

Health, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance and disability

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Weekly pay

Job summary

PrideStaff is seeking a HYBRID Demand Planner in Edison, NJ for a direct-hire, full-time role. The position offers a 3-on-site, 2-remote schedule with a competitive salary of $75K-$85K DOE.

Responsibilities include analyzing sales history, inventory, POS data, and promotions to forecast demand, and collaborating cross-functionally to translate forecasts into actionable plans. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in demand planning or related analytical roles.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with forecasting software and ERP systems.
• CPG/retail experience is a plus.
• POS reporting and replenishment systems experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales history, inventory levels, POS data, promotions, seasonality and new product introductions to forecast demand.
• Collaborate with Sales Managers and cross-functional teams to translate forecasts into actionable plans.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Forecast accuracy analysis

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

D365

NetStock

Crystal Reports

Walmart Retail Link

Job description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a HYBRID Demand Planner for a direct-hire, full-time role in Edison, NJ.

• 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
• Salary: $75K-85K DOE

Position Description

• Analyzes sales history, customer inventory levels, POS data, promotional activity, seasonality, new product introductions, and product transitions to create accurate demand forecasts.
• Works closely with Sales Managers and cross-functional teams to understand customer requirements, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure forecasts are translated into actionable plans.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, replenishment, sales operations, or a related analytical role.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Analytics, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• The role requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a solid understanding of forecasting, inventory management, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations.
• Experience with forecasting software, inventory planning, and ERP systems preferred.
• Experience supporting a sales-driven, customer-focused business environment preferred.
• Consumer packaged goods (CPG), retail, or mass merchant experience preferred.
• Experience with POS reporting, customer inventory analytics, replenishment systems, and EDI transactions preferred.
• Exposure to D365, Crystal Reports, Walmart/Sam's Club Retail Link, or similar customer reporting systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, replenishment, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations.
• Experience using forecasting and business systems, including ERP platforms (D365 preferred), Netstock or similar planning software, reporting tools, EDI data, and customer portals.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to analyze forecast accuracy, variances, inventory performance, service levels, and root causes to support business decisions and process improvements.
• Ability to translate sales plans, customer insights, and market trends into actionable demand forecasts.
• Experience creating reports, conducting research, and presenting findings and recommendations to management.
• Office products or Consumer goods industry experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid working schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
• Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
• Paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance, STD, LTD, and AD&D
• 401(k) match
• Profit sharing
• Weekly pay cycle
• Collaborative, team-first culture
• Professional development

Company Description

PrideStaff is a 16 time Best of Staffing Award Winning full-service staffing company.