Demand Planner

Black-Diamond-Equipment; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. is seeking a Demand Planner & Product Analyst to own forecasting, planning, and reporting for the assigned product category. You will collaborate with Product, Sales, and Finance to develop a robust demand plan and support revenue goals.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and cross-functional communication. You will lead regional forecast meetings, manage master data integrity, and leverage Excel, ERP tools, and Netstock IBP to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field required.
• 2 years of full-time planning/analysis experience.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Experience in global demand planning preferred.
• Strong MS Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand by collaborating with Product, Sales, and Finance.
• Lead monthly forecast meetings for Europe, North America, and Independent Distributors.
• Monitor forecast deadlines and ensure alignment with region availability.
• Track forecast accuracy with Dealer Sales & Service and drive improvements.
• Reconcile master data and maintain data accuracy; flag discrepancies.
• Use Excel and Netstock IBP to identify exceptions and build tools.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Data analysis

Global perspective

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative discipline

APICS certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP platforms

Netstock IBP

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Demand Planner & Product Analyst will own a variety of planning, forecasting and reporting activities within the assigned Black Diamond product category. The primary responsibility of this position will be to interact with multiple departments to collect sales and market data with the goal of developing a demand forecast in support of company revenue plans. In addition, the position will be expected to own and drive a variety of projects related to demand, inventory, and best practices as they relate to forecasting, operational planning, and supply chain optimization.QUALIFICATIONSEducationRequired: Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative disciplinePreferred: Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Mathematics. Advanced degree, APICS certification a plusWork ExperienceRequired: 2 years full time work experience in a planning/analysis rolePreferred: 2 years of experience in a global demand planning role within the outdoor industrySkills and general experience:Excellent communication, facilitation, and organization skills. Proven ability to follow through on assigned tasks and pay attention to detail. Developed knowledge of the global outdoor marketplace is highly desired. High degree of proficiency with MS Excel is required. Ability to work with other cultures, have a global perspective and adjust work schedule to accommodate international time zones is required. Experience working with demand planning systems and ERP platforms is preferred.Alternative qualification: NoneRequired licenses: NonePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSGeneral physical requirements: Sedentary WorkVisual acuity requirements: Color vision, visual inspection, depth perceptionMotion and sensory requirements: Reaching, grasping, talking, hearingPhysical working conditions: Inside EnvironmentESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAuthorized and responsible to continuously improve upon and perform all duties according to Black Diamond Quality, Safety and Employee Policies and procedures:1. Forecastingo Partner closely with Product category leadership, Sales, and Finance to derive a demand plan based on historic trends, style precedents, and the competitive and economic landscape.o Facilitate monthly forecast meetings for Europe, North America, and Independent Distributors. Ensure adherence to forecast deadlines.o Collaborate with Dealer Sales & Service team to track the accuracy of key customer/category forecasts. Identify and drive actions for improvement in areas performing below expectations.o Reconcile product-level master data and ensure forecasts are planned in alignment with region and channel availability.o Monitor data accuracy and flag discrepancies or missing information.o Use Excel, data-visualization tools, and Netstock IBP to identify exceptions, and build repeatable planning-review tools.2. Business & Financial planningo Understand the global outdoor market and trends to inform business planning and influence the strategic direction of Sales and Product Management.o Understand pricing, discounting, and exchange rates in order to create annual revenue & margin plans for global sales teams.o Support Management with ad hoc and recurring profitability, performance, and rationalization analyses to support carryover and new product introductions.o Support the S&OP process by preparing demand inputs, highlighting forecast changes, and identifying risks and opportunities.Black Diamond is and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Black Diamond Equipment HR representative.