Demand Planner

Thule Group; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Demand Planner to join their dynamic team in Seymour, CT. This in-office role involves critical responsibilities such as demand planning, forecasting, and data analysis to enhance customer satisfaction while minimizing supply chain costs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in demand planning software, effective communication skills, and a passion for teamwork. Join a company that values innovation and sustainability, and contribute to products that support an active lifestyle. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in demand planning or forecasting role.
• Strong computer skills with database experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain forecast and demand reporting; develop metrics and trend analysis.
• Propose solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SO99+ (Optilon)

ERP Systems (Oracle/Infor M3)

QlikView

Job description

Thule is looking for a Demand Planner to work in our Seymour, CT office. This is an in-office role. The position will be responsible for demand planning within assigned BU/Region. They will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analyzing inventory flow, and developing forecast models with the goal of maximizing customer satisfaction and minimizing supply chain costs. The demand planner will be also responsible for data processing and associated issues related to Forecasts and other Operational needs defined by manager

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enter/develop and maintain forecast in demand planning software
• Maintain forecast and demand reporting; develop and report metrics and trend analysis to track forecast accuracy and forecast bias
• Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner
• Maintain backlog and inventory shortages reports
• Assist production departments in capacity planning
• Manage new item setup in MRP Plan including Item master, and forecast entry
• Maintain monthly demand/forecast reports for S&OP meetings, and ensure all data is prepared ahead of time
• Maintain various operational and business metrics and charts
• Other functions as required and assigned by the Manager

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields
• Excellent computer skills with database experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate technical information
• Ability to identify, analyze, define, develop plans, and implements changes to computer-related systems
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a demand planning/forecasting role
• Working knowledge of demand planning software (SO99+ – Optilon preferred)
• Working knowledge of ERP and MRP systems (Oracle/Infor M3 preferred)
• QlikView experience (preferred)

We believe in strong teamwork both within your own team but also across teams. We strive to be an open and curious organization, sharing our knowledge and inspiring one another. Within Thule Group you will find people who have a passion for the products we make and the outdoor company we are. We share the same values and we like to have fun. All of our employees have a joint responsibility to maintain that spirit and contribute to it.

About Thule Group

Thule Group is a global sports and outdoor company. We offer high-quality products with smart features and a sustainable design that make it easy for people across the globe to live an active life. Under the motto Active Life, Simplified — and with a focus on consumer-driven innovation and long-term sustainability — we develop, manufacture and market products within the product categories Sport&Cargo Carriers (roof racks, roof boxes and carriers for transporting cycling, water and winter sports equipment, and rooftop tents mounted on a car), Juvenile & Pet Products (car seats, strollers, bike trailers,child bike seats and dog transport), RV Products (awnings, bike carriers and tents for RVs and caravans) and Packs, Bags & Luggage (hiking backpacks, luggage, laptop- and camera bags).

Thule Group has about 2,600 employees at nine production facilities and 35 sales offices worldwide. The Group’s products are sold in 138 markets and in 2023, sales amounted to SEK 9.1 billion.