Demand Planner

Lifework Search; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifework Search is assisting a rapidly growing distribution company in placing a Demand Planner who will own forecasting across the business, lead S&OP discussions, and support purchasing and inbound inventory coordination. Remote work is available with HQ in Raleigh, NC.

This role requires 2–4 years of forecasting/demand planning experience, strong Excel skills, and experience using APS/ERP data integrity. The position offers opportunities for career growth as the business expands.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years finished goods forecasting / demand planning experience.
• Experience with long lead times (global imports).
• Strong Excel skills and experience using Advance Planning Systems (APS).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and teamwork.
• Proven track record of success in similar role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a monthly forecast and drive the demand planning process.
• Lead monthly S&OP meetings with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain ERP data integrity through cleansing, validation, and targeted checks.
• Update and maintain KPI reporting.
• Provide support to purchasing and scheduling in a lean team.
• Participate in the financial budgeting process.

Skills

Forecasting

Demand planning

Excel

S&OP

ERP data

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

APS

Job description

Title: Demand Planner

Ref No: 1520

Location: Remote – Headquarters in Raleigh NC

We are currently working with a rapidly growing distribution company to fill a Demand Planner role. This position will own demand forecasting across the business, lead monthly Sales and Operations Planning discussions, and support purchasing and inbound inventory coordination. The company offers opportunities for career advancement as the business continues to grow.

Position Description:

• Maintain a monthly forecast and drive the demand planning process.

• Help develop and then lead monthly Sales and Marketing S&OP meetings, working with cross-functional teams to align demand expectations and operational plans.
• Maintain ERP data integrity through data cleansing, validation, and targeted checks.
• Update and maintain regular KPI reporting.
• This is a lean team, and this role will provide support to purchasing and scheduling at times.
• Participate in the financial budgeting process.

Background Required:

• Highly energetic individual with at least 2-4 years finished goods forecasting / demand planning experience.
• Experience working with long lead times (global imports).
• Strong Excel skills and experience using Advance Planning Systems (APS).

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills, personal integrity, and a commitment to teamwork and results.

• Proven track record of success in similar role.