Demand Planner: SIOP & Inventory Optimizer

WÜSTHOF, North America

Milford (CT)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

WÜSTHOF North America is seeking a Demand Planner for our Milford, CT on-site office to drive supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting SIOP processes across Sales, Operations and Logistics.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in demand planning, strong analytics, ERP/MRP and forecasting tool experience (SAP or Kinaxis a plus), advanced Excel and BI tooling, and excellent cross-functional communication to align global supply and demand.

Qualifications

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.

Responsibilities

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.