Demand Planning Analyst

avav; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to drive corporate-wide SIOP implementation and manage demand planning in Oracle. You will translate monthly demand into weekly forecasts and support weekly/monthly SIOP reviews with cross-functional teams to align supply with demand.

The role requires 2–5 years in demand planning or supply chain, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. ITAR compliance applies; U.S. person status may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 2 – 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, or similar roles
• Has an in-depth understanding of relevant demand drivers and how to apply the appropriate forecasting method to predict their impact in ongoing forecasts
• Demonstrated proficiency in demand and supply planning methodology with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
• Experienced in and knowledgeable of the supply chain and the impacts of forecasting on supply chain performance
• Experiencedusing ERP Systems
• Strong aptitude in analysis, root causes identification, and problem solving

Responsibilities

• Translates monthly demand into weekly buckets to meet supply/demand patterns. Maintain and reconcile rolling 5 quarters' forecast with consideration to Operations and Supply Chain capacity constraints
• Works with Master Scheduler to ensure weekly supply is aligned to customer demand
• Analyses key customer accounts across business development to highlight trends with associated drivers, risks and opportunities to key stakeholders; Work closely with Finance; Use as a basis for minimizing forecast error
• Responsible for demand planning accuracy metrics and assist in management of SIOP RAILs. Maintains SIOP metrics and RAILs
• Responsible for forecast maintenance/consumption in Oracle and reconciliation to actual demand
• Works with BD and PLM to align product transitions, obsolescence, introduction, and changes to minimize financial impact to the business
• Facilitate and support regular SIOP meetings to help ensure successful implementation of SIOP practice at AV
• Recommending customer specific forecast based upon BD and Finance input to support operational execution to business plan for near term deliveries
• Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, with little supervision, while applying company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forecasting

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

We are currently seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to join our team. This position will assist in corporate-wide SIOP implementation and management of demand planning at AeroVironment. This position will recommend monthly forecast adjustments and assumptions to a cross-functional SIOP team to achieve consensus forecast by product line. Regularly review forecast trends and variances to minimize disruptions to operations and supply chain. Identify root causes for variances and present recommended solutions for approval. Assist in facilitating weekly/monthly/quarterly SIOP reviews with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Responsible for forecast maintenance in Oracle.

Position Responsibilities

• Translates monthly demand into weekly buckets to meet supply/demand patterns. Maintain and reconcile rolling 5 quarters' forecast with consideration to Operations and Supply Chain capacity constraints.
• Works with Master Scheduler to ensure weekly supply is aligned to customer demand.
• Analyzes key customer accounts across business development to highlight trends with associated drivers, risks and opportunities to key stakeholders; Work closely with Finance; Use as a basis for minimizing forecast error
• Responsible for demand planning accuracy metrics and assist in management of SIOP RAILs. Maintains SIOP metrics and RAILs
• Responsible for forecast maintenance/consumption in Oracle and reconciliation to actual demand.
• Works with BD and PLM to align product transitions, obsolescence, introduction, and changes to minimize financial impact to the business
• Facilitate and support regular SIOP meetings to help ensure successful implementation of SIOP practice at AV
• Recommending customer specific forecast based upon BD and Finance input to support operational execution to business plan for near term deliveries
• Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, with little supervision, while applying company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 2 – 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, or similar roles
• Has an in-depth understanding of relevant demand drivers and how to apply the appropriate forecasting method to predict their impact in ongoing forecasts
• Demonstrated proficiency in demand and supply planning methodology with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
• Experienced in and knowledgeable of the supply chain and the impacts of forecasting on supply chain performance
• Experiencedusing ERP Systems
• Strong aptitude in analysis, root causes identification, and problem solving

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• APICS training is a plus
• Communication skills: Able to easily communicate plan, reports, ideas and concepts to cross- functional teams and management
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focused on teamwork, collaboration and putting the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$64,500 - $98,250

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you’re ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required