Demand Planner

Schneider Electric; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in energy management is seeking a Demand Planner in Ohio to manage planning and scheduling for manufacturing facilities. The successful candidate will drive accurate demand forecasts, optimize production schedules, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ideal applicants have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in related fields. This onsite role requires strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply planning, demand planning, or vendor forecasting.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts.
• Lead monthly SIOP cycles.
• Optimize plant scheduling to maximize throughput.
• Analyze data to improve forecast accuracy.

Skills

Supply Planning

Demand Planning

Team Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Statistics, Economics, Operations, or Business

Tools

Kinaxis

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Schneider Electric is seeking a highly skilled Demand Planner to manage planning and scheduling for two manufacturing facilities. This role is critical in driving accurate demand forecasts, leading the SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process, and creating optimized production schedules to ensure on‑time delivery and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts considering booked and high‑probability sales orders.
• Lead monthly SIOP cycles, aligning demand, supply, and inventory strategies across both plants.
• Translate demand plans into supply requirements and detailed production schedules.
• Plan work orders and integrate demand forecast in Oracle.
• Optimize plant scheduling to minimize changeovers and maximize throughput.
• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans to address exceptions.
• Communicate schedule risk to all stakeholders external and internal.
• Maintain inventory targets and support inventory accuracy initiatives by supporting upstream planning leader.
• Analyze data and provide actionable insights to improve forecast accuracy and schedule performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Logistics.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning and scheduling processes.
• Lead recovery actions when demand exceeds capacity.
• Propose demand‑shaping options to maintain revenue projections.
• Define allocation rules with Sales & Marketing and ensure execution.
• Identify significant business risks and propose mitigation plans to the leadership teams.
• Follow SIOP planning processes and ensure all plants adopt and implement standard business planning practices.

Reporting

Supply Chain Manager. This is an onsite position; you will report to the facility manager at either Fairfield or West Chester, Ohio, 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, Statistics, Economics, Operations, or Business.
• 5+ years of supply planning, demand planning, or vendor forecasting experience.
• Experience with Kinaxis, SAP, Oracle, or other planning software packages.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Competencies

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and interact regularly with senior management regarding goals and accomplishments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Possess analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive team leader who welcomes challenges.
• Foster collaboration and networking.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.