Demand Planning Analyst

Jobtailor; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a data‑driven Demand Analytics Analyst to support the Demand & Supply Planning team. You will build dashboards, provide forecasting input, and analyze trends to improve forecast accuracy.

You will work with Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Sigma Computing to deliver insights and support planning cycles in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, or related field.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience in demand analytics, forecasting, or business intelligence.
• Strong aptitude for quantitative analysis, predictive modeling, and diagnostic analytics.
• Advanced Excel with Power Query and pivot tables; familiarity with BI tools.
• Exposure to Power Query, SQL, Sigma Computing and data automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the Demand & Supply Planning team through data analysis, reporting, and forecasting support.
• Develop and maintain dashboards using Sigma BI, SQL, Excel, Tableau for demand analytics.
• Assist in creating and reviewing demand forecasts with statistical input and trend analysis.
• Serve as SME for analytical tools supporting demand planners and forecasting.
• Provide analytical and operational support to supply planning and reporting reviews.
• Review forecast accuracy and drive improvements in forecast reliability.
• Coordinate planning calendars, data submissions, and pre-season cycles.
• Attend cross-functional meetings to present actionable insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Statistical analysis

Excel advanced

Power Query

SQL

Tableau

Sigma Computing

Power BI

AI tools (Co-pilot & ChatGPT)

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Tableau

Sigma Computing

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Demand & Supply Planning team through deep data analysis, reporting, and forecasting support
• Develop, maintain, and enhance reporting and dashboards using Sigma BI, SQL, Excel (Power Query), and Tableau/Sigma for demand planning and analytics
• Support creation and review of demand forecasts by providing statistical input, trend analysis, and sales performance recaps
• Learn and become proficient in RGB’s data availability, structure, and forecasting methodologies
• Conduct analysis to support root‑cause investigation of demand‑supply imbalances, forecast inaccuracies, and missed service level targets
• Serve as the subject matter expert in analytical tools supporting demand planners, including BI reports and forecasting tools
• Provide analytical and operational support to supply planning, serving as support and backup to both demand and supply planning based on business needs
• Regularly review and report forecast accuracy to identify improvement areas and drive continuous enhancements in forecast reliability
• Support forecast roll‑ups, summarizing data across levels for reporting and business reviews
• Perform detailed analysis of customer behavior, product performance, POS trends, adoption patterns, seasonality, and returns
• Assist in coordinating planning calendars, data submissions, and pre‑season demand planning cycles
• Attend cross‑functional meetings such as Buy Meetings, Business Reviews, and Forecast Recaps to present actionable insights

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, or related field
• 0–4 years of relevant experience in demand analytics, forecasting, or business intelligence
• Strong aptitude and interest in quantitative analysis, predictive modeling, and diagnostic analytics
• Highly proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, power queries, etc.) and at least one data visualization/reporting tool such as Tableau, Sigma, Power BI
• Exposure to and interest in becoming highly efficient in Power Query, SQL, Sigma Computing, General AI (Co‑pilot & ChatGPT) and other data automation tools
• Exceptional attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to explain complex data clearly
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Willingness and enthusiasm to grow into a planning role or evolve within analytics or supply chain operations