Demand Planning Manager

Richgroupusa; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRG Manufacturing is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to own the forecast and lead the planning process across four sites, delivering a rolling 18‑month plan for 700–800 SKUs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in demand planning for manufacturing, strong Excel and ERP experience (Infor M3), and a proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and on‑time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of demand planning experience.
• Experience owning demand planning for a manufacturer with $100M+ revenue.
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites and a varied product portfolio.
• Strong Excel skills with modeling and data analysis; familiarity with forecasting tools.
• Experience with Infor M3 or a similar ERP system.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the forecast and lead the 18‑month demand planning process.
• Build rolling 18‑month demand plan for 700–800 SKUs.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to translate forecasts into reliable plans.
• Influence cross‑functional teams to align demand with manufacturing capacity.
• Strengthen planning processes and improve on‑time delivery for growth.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel modeling

Communication

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years experience

Tools

Infor M3 ERP

Forecasting tools

Job description

TRG Manufacturing Search Division is leading the search for a Demand Planning Manager to join a specialty materials manufacturer serving automotive, aerospace, defense, and composites markets. This highly visible role reports to the Senior VP Sales and supports four manufacturing sites with varied products and market needs.

You will personally own the forecast and lead the planning process, building a rolling 18-month demand plan for 700-800 SKUs. You will work with local and global teams to translate customer forecasts, sales history, and market trends into reliable plans aligned with manufacturing capacity.

The retirement of a long-term demand planning leader creates an opportunity to shape this critical function. With sales growing and aerospace and defense demand increasing, you will strengthen planning processes, improve on-time delivery, and help the company prepare for growth.

The ideal candidate brings experience owning demand planning for a manufacturer, strong analytical skills, and the curiosity and initiative to understand the business and influence cross-functional teams.

Background

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of demand planning experience
• Experience owning demand planning for a manufacturer, preferably a business with $100 million or more in revenue
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing sites and a varied product portfolio
• Strong Excel skills, including modeling and data analysis; familiarity with forecasting tools and statistical planning methods
• Experience with Infor M3 or a similar ERP system
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the initiative to establish processes and influence cross-functional teams

Please note that candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship to be considered for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.