Demand Planning Manager

Dutch Bros Coffee; Hyde Park Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Demand Planning Manager, where your expertise in data-driven forecasting will make a significant impact on procurement and supply chain processes. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally, implement effective planning practices, and lead process improvements. With a focus on accuracy and innovation, you'll help shape the future of demand planning in a fun and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is your chance to shine!

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

401K

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, ideally in QSR, foodservice, or retail.
• Demonstrated success in developing forecasts using promotional and seasonal inputs.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, data-driven forecasts to support procurement and supply planning.
• Optimize planning, purchasing, and inventory to efficiently support our shops.

Skills

Communication

Change Management

Data Analytics

Detail-Oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Statistics

Tools

Demand Planning Tools

BI/Reporting Tools

Job description

locations 6320 E Thomas Rd Suite 250 Scottsdale AZ 85251

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

time left to apply End Date: May 26, 2025 (14 days left to apply)

job requisition id REQ-16097

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. We are a fun-loving, mind-blowing company that makes a difference one cup at a time.

Position Overview:

The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for developing accurate, data driven forecasts to support procurement, supply planning, and product replenishment for Dutch Bros shops, our distributors, and suppliers. This role will assess current practices, define future-state processes and tools, and establish cross-functional alignment—taking into account seasonality, regional trends, marketing initiatives, and promotional activity. By implementing effective demand planning practices, this person will optimize planning, purchasing, and inventory to efficiently support our shops and customers.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics or related field

5+ years of experience in demand planning, ideally in QSR, foodservice, or retail

Demonstrated success in developing forecasts using promotional, seasonal, location-based, and marketing inputs.

Experience with demand planning tools including selection and implementation.

Advanced analytical skills; BI/reporting tool experience preferred.

Ability to interpret complex datasets and turn them into action

Strong cross-functional communication and influence skills

Experience building from scratch and leading process improvement

Teamwork and Stakeholder Engagement

Location Requirement:

This role is located in Tempe, Arizona. This position is required to be in office 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs); Fridays are optional remote work days.

Forecast Accuracy:

Drive accuracy on everyday items to produce supply forecasts for suppliers and distribution

LTO (Limited Time Offer) forecasting on short term promotional items with tight timelines

Understand Marketing collateral impacts on demand as an input to demand Identify and forecast halo items related to promotional or marketing activity Seasonality Forecasts

Process Development:

Evaluate current planning practices and determine correct inputs and desired outputs

Develop a to-be vision of demand planning

Work cross functionally to build integrated demand planning process

System and Tool Enablement:

Build requirements for a tool/ system

Source and evaluate potential tools through a RFP/ RFI process

Select and implement a tool to support the demand planning process

Develop actionable reporting and dash-boarding to drive visibility to improvement areas

Skills:

Communication

Change Management

Data Analytics

Detail-Oriented

Physical Requirements:

In-Office Environment: Must be able to work in a busy, crowded, and loud office with frequent distractions and interruptions

Must be able to collaborate in-person with occasional impromptu in-person meetings

Office Conditions: Adaptability to typical office conditions, which may include exposure to air conditioning, heating, artificial lighting, and varying noise levels

Mobility: Ability to sit, stand, reach, twist, stretch, and work at a desk for long stretches. Must be able to occasionally move or lift office items up to 25 pounds

Hearing Requirements: Hearing must be sufficient or correctable to ensure clear understanding of spoken information, including participating in virtual meetings and phone calls. Use of hearing aids or other assistive devices is acceptable if needed.

Reading and Writing Proficiency: Ability to read and write in English is essential for processing documents, drafting reports, and following up on necessary actions. Proficiency in written communication is required to handle job-related tasks effectively.

Vision Requirements: Vision must be adequate or correctable to perform essential job duties, such as reading documents on a computer screen and using other visual tools. Use of corrective lenses or other measures to meet visual requirements is expected if needed.

Technology Proficiency: Must be proficient in operating a computer and other office productivity tools such as printers, scanners, and collaboration software.

Effective Communication: Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders via email, video conferencing, and other in office communication tools.

Compensation:

$107,655.14 - DOE

If you like wild growth and working in a unique and fun environment, surrounded by positive community, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Work at HQ

If you're ready to make a massive difference, we're stoked to talk to you! Dutch Bros isn't just a job- it's an opportunity to learn together, grow together and have a ton of fun doing it! Dutch Bros cares about the community and you. Some of the benefits we offer our full time HQ employees are:

• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• 401K

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Dutch Bros is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our company and at our window. We are proud of our employees and stand with them in the fullness of their identities, including their race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability and age. Dutch Bros is about love, respect and kindness.

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Notice For Applicants Residing In California

Dutch Bros, which consists of the affiliated companies Dutch Bros., LLC, DB Franchising USA, LLC, Boersma Bros LLC, and Dutch Mafia, LLC (collectively, the “Company” ) is providing you with this Notice At Collection For Applicants Residing In California ( “Notice” ) to inform you about:

· the categories of Personal Information that the Company collects about applicants who reside in California; and

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