Demand Planning Manager

Guardian Protection Products; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carboline, a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer, is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain to align forecasts with business goals and improve planning processes.

This role provides visibility into demand trends and risks, with opportunities to influence inventory performance and overall business success within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years in demand planning or related.
• APICS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion demand planning strategy and drive improvements across forecasting processes, tools, and performance.
• Transform data, market trends, and customer insights into actionable demand forecasts.
• Lead the demand planning process within the S&OP framework, aligning stakeholders around a single view of demand.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to anticipate changes and support growth.
• Identify demand risks, opportunities, and trends, providing recommendations for informed decisions.
• Establish and track KPIs, including forecast accuracy and bias, to drive accountability.
• Develop dashboards and reporting for demand performance and forecasts.
• Evaluate and optimize demand planning tools and technologies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Forecasting

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Analytics, Data Science, or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification

Tools

SAP IBP

Kinaxis

Blue Yonder

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Demand Planning ManagerLocation: St. Louis, MO ( On-site)Summary:As the Demand Planning Manager, you will partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to align demand forecasts with business objectives, improve planning processes, and provide visibility into demand trends, risks, and opportunities. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on inventory performance, customer satisfaction, and overall business success.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Analytics, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of demand planning, forecasting, supply chain, or related experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Experience with demand planning platforms such as SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, or similar systems.
• Advanced Excel, analytics, and forecasting skills.
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Champion the demand planning strategy and drive continuous improvement across forecasting processes, tools, and performance.
• Transform data, market trends, and customer insights into accurate, actionable demand forecasts.
• Lead the demand planning process within the S&OP framework, aligning stakeholders around a single view of demand.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to anticipate changes and support business growth.
• Identify demand risks, opportunities, and emerging trends, providing recommendations that support informed business decisions.
• Establish and track key performance metrics, including forecast accuracy and bias, to drive accountability and improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reporting that provide visibility into demand performance and business forecasts.
• Evaluate, implement, and optimize demand planning tools and technologies to enhance forecasting capabilities.
• Align demand forecasts with inventory, production, and supply planning strategies to support operational excellence.
• Lead forecasting reviews and consensus meetings, fostering collaboration and alignment across functions.
• Mentor and develop team members while promoting best practices in demand planning and analytics.
• Present forecast assumptions, insights, risks, and opportunities to leadership, influencing strategic decision-making.
• Champion the Company's safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Who We Are:

Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously. Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.6 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.

What We Offer:

We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. "In order to be the best, we must hire the best."