Demand Planner — SIOP & Inventory Optimization

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DiversiTech is seeking a Demand Planner in Duluth, GA to align the material forecast with the sales plan, set safety stock, and manage inventory for designated SKUs. You will coordinate with sales, finance, and operations, and support new product launches and ERP and financial aspects of supply chain planning.

Success is measured by service levels and inventory turnover as you optimize supplier capacity, lead times, and replenishment strategies to drive profitability and on‑time delivery for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain operations or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, inventory management, and/or international procurement
• Intermediate experience utilizing computer software such as replenishment software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrates strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills
• Experience working in a fast paced and high‑volume work environment
• Proactive “self‑starter” with a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as carriers and customers

Responsibilities

• Leads monthly consensus forecast, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams as part of the SIOP process to validate and adjust current fiscal year forecasts
• Secures agreement from all departments on key assumptions and alterations to segment-level volume
• Supports business and sales team plans through the Demand Forecast process
• Examines supplier capabilities thoroughly, considering lead-time and monthly production capacity, and develops strategies to meet service levels within supplier capabilities
• Proactively communicates significant changes to downstream supply chain partners and ensures necessary actions are taken
• Works across functions to maintain A/B/C SKU rankings and SKU stocking strategy
• Conducts lead-time forecasting to maintain appropriate inventory levels and safety stock levels
• Regularly conducts for continuous improvement and process effectiveness and efficiency
• Establishes and nurtures relationships with suppliers, actively seeking additional profit opportunities through special purchases
• Invests in inventory to optimize service levels, profitability, and cash flow
• Delivers monthly summaries to teams, highlighting key drivers and providing clarity at the segment and SKU levels
• Regularly communicates the inventory health plan for assigned SKUs
• Analyzes market trends and applies this knowledge to make strategic buying decisions
• Manages new item launches, reviews product mix, and sets up and maintains replenishment system settings
• Notifies the execution team about purchase order creation, cancellations, and modifications
• Conducts regular data validation in the replenishment system and ensures any necessary corrections are addressed
• Collaborates with Finance, Product Development, Management, and Warehouse staff as needed
• Identifies and implements new process improvement opportunities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Replenishment software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DiversiTech is seeking a Demand Planner in Duluth, GA to align the material forecast with the sales plan, set safety stock, and manage inventory for designated SKUs. You will coordinate with sales, finance, and operations, and support new product launches and ERP and financial aspects of supply chain planning.

Success is measured by service levels and inventory turnover as you optimize supplier capacity, lead times, and replenishment strategies to drive profitability and on‑time delivery for