Demand Planner - St. Louis

BUNZL; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Benefits information on Bunzl Careers

Job summary

Bunzl in St. Louis is seeking a Demand Planner to translate sales forecasts into actionable supply plans. You will own SKU‑level forecasting across markets and channels, partnering with Sales, Supply Planning, and Purchasing to drive accurate, unbiased forecasts and smart inventory decisions.

This front-end role requires strong analytics, attention to detail, and effective communication to influence cross‑functional teams. The position is onsite, day shift, at Bunzl's St. Louis corporate office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain experience.
• Advanced degrees may be considered in place of experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with forecasting or ERP tools such as AS400, SAP/APO, Blue Yonder (JDA), or Oracle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• APICS or other forecasting certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain accurate SKU‑level forecasts across multiple markets and business segments.
• Analyze historical data, trends, and seasonality to develop reliable demand plans.
• Identify and manage exception events that impact demand and supply planning.
• Reconcile sales forecasts and drive alignment across Sales, Supply Chain, and Purchasing teams.
• Optimize A/B/C item planning strategies based on vendor, category, and customer demand.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and continuously improve models to reduce error and bias.
• Maintain and update forecasting models and key item master data.
• Analyze data and performance trends using tools like Excel and Power BI.
• Lead discussions to reach consensus forecasts with key stakeholders.
• Partner with Buyers and Supply Planners to improve inventory levels and vendor performance.
• Stay informed on market trends and proactively adjust plans based on business changes.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

APICS certification

Tools

AS400

SAP/APO

Blue Yonder (JDA)

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Description

As a Demand Planner you have a key, front-end role within our supply chain. You are responsible for turning sales forecasts into actionable supply plans. This role partners closely with Sales, Supply Planning, and Purchasing teams to build accurate, unbiased forecasts that drive smart inventory decisions.

You’ll own forecasting at the SKU level across multiple markets, categories, and sales channels. Success in this role comes from strong analytical thinking, the ability to identify trends and exceptions, and collaborating with stakeholders to continuously improve forecast accuracy.

This is an onsite , day‑shift role based in our St. Louis corporate office.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain accurate SKU‑level forecasts across multiple markets and business segments.

• Analyze historical data, trends, and seasonality to develop reliable demand plans.

• Identify and manage exception events that impact demand and supply planning.

• Reconcile sales forecasts and drive alignment across Sales, Supply Chain, and Purchasing teams.

• Optimize A/B/C item planning strategies based on vendor, category, and customer demand.

• Monitor forecast accuracy and continuously improve models to reduce error and bias.

• Maintain and update forecasting models and key item master data.

• Analyze data and performance trends using tools like Excel and Power BI.

• Lead discussions to reach consensus forecasts with key stakeholders.

• Partner with Buyers and Supply Planners to improve inventory levels and vendor performance.

• Stay informed on market trends and proactively adjust plans based on business changes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 3+ years of demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain experience.

• Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA) may be considered in place of experience.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience with forecasting or ERP tools such as AS400, SAP/APO, Blue Yonder (JDA), or Oracle.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

• APICS or other forecasting certification preferred.

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Bunzl salary range for this role is $75,000- $100,000 based on education, experience and location.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days.

• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time.

• 401K with generous company match.

• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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