Demand Planner

WÜSTHOF, North America; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WÜSTHOF North America in Milford, CT is seeking a Demand Planner to drive supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting the SIOP process. This on-site role collaborates with Sales, Operations, and Logistics to align demand with our global goals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in demand planning, strong analytics, and proficiency with ERP/MRP and forecasting tools (SAP or Kinaxis a plus).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• 5+ years in demand planning, supply chain management, or S&OP/SIOP processes.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the demand planning process from data collection to forecast generation and alignment across departments.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to develop monthly demand plans and support the SIOP cycle.
• Manage inventory planning to optimize stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
• Create and maintain reports/dashboards to track forecast accuracy, service levels, and KPIs.
• Collaborate with production and procurement to translate demand signals into executable supply plans.
• Identify process improvements to enhance forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support business decisions.

Skills

Forecasting

ERP/MRP

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional teamwork

SIOP process

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

Job description

As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you!

WÜSTHOF has had one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. With over 300+ employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide. If you would like to share your personality, your knowledge and your passion with us then we look forward to forging the future of WÜSTHOF together with you!

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Demand Planner who will play a key role in driving WÜSTHOF’s supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting our SIOP process. This position will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams to ensure supply and demand are aligned to meet our global business objectives.

The Demand Planner will analyze sales trends, manage forecasts, and coordinate production and logistics activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proven experience in supply and demand planning, and a deep understanding of SIOP processes. This role requires a mix of technical proficiency, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Milford, CT. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance to be considered. Relocation assistance is not provided and our budgeted salary range for this role is $75k-$85k annually.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Lead the demand planning process from data collection to forecast generation, analysis, and alignment across departments.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to develop monthly demand plans and support the SIOP cycle.
• Manage inventory planning, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
• Create and maintain reports and dashboards to track forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory KPIs.
• Collaborate with production and procurement to translate demand signals into executable supply plans.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support business decisions and supply chain initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or S&OP/SIOP processes.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience interpreting large datasets and translating insights into actionable plans.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP and forecasting tools; experience with SAP, or Kinaxis is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and BI tool proficiency (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with global supply chain operations, including import/export logistics, is a plus.

WÜSTHOF is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse team. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics, or veteran status. WÜSTHOF offers a generous benefits package consisting of paid time off, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and ancillary benefits to all full time employees.