Demand Planner

HB Fuller; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Demand Planner II in Saint Paul, MN to develop and maintain 3–18 month demand forecasts that support inventory optimization and business growth. You will collaborate with Sales, Product Management, R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain to align forecasts with market trends.

The role focuses on analyzing data, evaluating scenarios, and presenting forecast-adjustment recommendations while monitoring KPIs and supporting budgeting efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 3+ years in demand or production planning roles within manufacturing or chemical industries.
• Experience using SAP or ERP systems for planning is required.
• Proficient in Excel with data analysis, formulas, and reporting.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3–18 month demand forecasts for assigned product portfolios.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, seasonality, and customer demand.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate insights into forecasts.
• Utilize SAP and demand planning tools to evaluate forecast accuracy.
• Present demand scenarios and adjust forecasts based on conditions.
• Monitor KPIs and identify risks affecting service, inventory, or forecast accuracy.
• Support budget reconciliation and long-term strategic planning.
• Participate in cross-functional supply chain projects and process improvements.

Skills

Demand planning

Excel proficiency

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Position Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Demand Planner II to develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts that support inventory optimization, customer service, and business growth. This role collaborates with Sales, Product Management, R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to align demand plans with market conditions and business objectives. The position analyzes trends, evaluates demand scenarios, and provides data-driven recommendations to improve planning performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3 to 18-month demand forecasts for assigned product portfolios.

• Analyze historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and customer demand data.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate business insights into forecasts.

• Utilize SAP and demand planning tools to evaluate forecast accuracy and performance.

• Present demand scenarios and recommend forecast adjustments based on changing conditions.

• Monitor KPIs and identify risks affecting service, inventory, or forecast accuracy.

• Support budget reconciliation and long-term strategic planning activities.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives and cross-functional supply chain projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, production planning, or supply chain roles within manufacturing or chemical industries.

• Experience using ERP or demand planning systems such as SAP.

• Proficiency in Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and reporting.

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $85,000 - $105,000.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.

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