Demand Planner I

Fagron Tech; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Vision and Dental insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Fagron US is seeking a Demand Planner to proactively manage demand, optimize vendor replenishment, and collaborate with sales to validate forecast accuracy and maintain product availability at optimum stock levels and cost.

The role requires updating forecasts, aligning planning tools with ERP, and providing data to internal teams while staying current with demand planning trends in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting and demand planning processes.
• Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (Navision, SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and update demand forecasts.
• Update planning tools and align ERP data for accuracy.
• Provide data to internal stakeholders on request.
• Collaborate with senior team members to broaden planning knowledge.
• Stay updated on trends in demand planning.

Skills

Forecasting and demand planning

Data analysis

ERP/MRP systems

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Navision

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Job

The Demand Planner will proactively manage demand and identify/resolve risks through optimizing vendor replenishment, working collaboratively with sales to validate forecast accuracy and ensure that product availability targets are achieved at minimum operating costs and optimum stock levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform updates to ensure forecast and planning tools are current


• Perform data updates to ERP to maintain alignment between Planning tools and ERP


• Provide data to internal parties upon request


• Work with senior members of demand planning team to expand knowledge of department focus and efforts


• Stay up to date with the latest trends in Demand Planning.


• Other duties as assigned Core Competencies


• Timely issue resolution


• Result-driven


• Discipline to follow policies, processes, and procedures


• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality, accuracy, and accountability.


• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; perform work independently without being prompted.

Basic Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience


• User-level knowledge of major ERP/MRP systems (Navision, SAP, Oracle, etc.) a plus


• Experience in Pharmaceutical or Medical Device industry preferred


• A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)


• Innovative responses to complex challenges in business and technology


• Flexibility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer?

Fagron offers its associates competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including a 401(k) plan with a company matching contribution; medical, vision and dental; health savings account (HSA); holiday/paid time off.

At Fagron, you’ll find plenty of chances to grow — both personally and professionally. We work in an open, dynamic environment where your ideas and talents can shine.

Ready for the challenge?

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity makes us stronger, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. Fagron US is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.