Demand Planner

MADE BY GATHER; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Made by Gather is seeking a Demand Planner to drive forecast accuracy and inventory planning across our consumer products portfolio. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Planning, Finance and Analytics to translate data into actionable demand insights.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical capability, advanced Excel skills, and hands-on experience planning demand in consumer products, particularly for mass merchants such as Walmart, Costco, Target, and other national retailers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demand planning or analytics experience in consumer products/CPG.
• Experience forecasting for mass merchants such as Walmart, Target, Costco, or similar national retailers.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and Power BI skills for large-data analysis and scenario planning.
• Excellent communication and ability to work across Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.
• Familiarity with ERP/forecasting platforms (NetSuite, SAP, Blue Yonder, Anaplan).

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts across multiple horizons and SKUs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Planning, Finance, and Analytics to translate data into forecasts.
• Lead SIOP/IBP forecast reviews and consensus discussions.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and planning KPIs; report to leadership.
• Support planning for new product launches and seasonal demand shifts.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

NetSuite

SAP

Blue Yonder

Anaplan

Job description

Made by Gather cultivates human connection through trend-forward design, innovative marketing, and collaborative strategic relationships with leading omni-channel retailers. We are the company behind America’s fastest-growing kitchenware brands, including Beautiful by Drew Barrymore, and bella. We make super-premium design and innovation accessible to the world while delivering exceptional value to our retail partners and consumers.

Role Overview

As a Demand Planner at Made by Gather, you will play a critical role in driving forecast accuracy and inventory planning across our growing portfolio of consumer products. You will partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Planning, Finance, and Analytics to translate data and market insights into actionable demand forecasts. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, advanced Excel skills, and hands‑on experience planning demand in consumer products, particularly for mass merchants such as Walmart, Costco, Target, and other national retailers.

What You’ll Do

Forecasting & Demand Planning

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve demand forecasts across multiple time horizons, SKUs, and channels.
• Incorporate point-of-sale data, shipment history, promotional calendars, and market trends into statistically sound forecasts.
• Use advanced Excel tools and models (pivot tables, scenario modeling, complex formulas, automation) to support forecasting and planning decisions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to incorporate account strategies, promotions, and new product introductions into demand plans.
• Lead forecast review and consensus discussions as part of the SIOP / IBP process.
• Collaborate with Supply Planning and Finance to align forecasts with inventory targets and financial plans.
• Apply deep understanding of mass merchant demand patterns and replenishment requirements to improve forecast accuracy and service levels.
• Support retailer-specific forecasting needs and cadence for accounts such as Walmart, Target, Costco, and similar partners.

Performance Monitoring & Insights

• Track forecast accuracy, bias, and key planning KPIs; prepare clear, actionable reporting for leadership.
• Analyze forecast variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve future performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve demand planning processes, data quality, and planning tools.
• Support planning for new product launches, seasonal demand shifts, and changes in consumer buying behavior.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics experience within consumer products / CPG.
• Proven experience forecasting for mass merchants such as Walmart, Target, Costco, or similar national retailers.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including complex modeling, large-data analysis, and scenario planning. Proficient in Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, Finance, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience with ERP and forecasting platforms (NetSuite, SAP, Blue Yonder, Anaplan, or similar).
• Familiarity with retail replenishment logic and demand planning best practices.