Demand Planning Manager

AGCO; Tremont (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

AGCO is seeking a Demand Planning Manager in Tremont, IL, to develop and manage accurate demand forecasts that influence our supply chain decisions. This role involves collaboration across various departments, driving continuous improvement in forecasting processes, and leads to impactful insights for inventory optimization and cost minimization.

Benefits

Health care and wellness plans

Flexible and virtual work options

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Reimbursement for continuing education

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
• Proficiency with demand planning software and advanced Excel techniques.
• APICS CPIM or similar supply chain certification is a nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical data and market trends.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to understand demand drivers.
• Lead the monthly demand planning process and monitor forecast performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field

Tools

SAP IBP

Oracle Demantra

NetSuite

Kinaxis

Excel

Job description

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Demand Planning Manager

Location:

Tremont, IL, US

Brand: PTx

Workplace Type: Hybrid/Remote

Solutions for Every Season, we engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud-based platforms that connect every corner of the farm. Join PTx to make your contribution

The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for creating accurate forecasts to drive production, inventory, and supply chain decisions. This role works closely with and collaborates with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Procurement teams to ensure customer demand is met efficiently while optimizing inventory levels, minimizing costs, and supporting accurate financial forecasts.

Your Impact:

Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and input from key stakeholders.

Analyze sales trends, seasonality, and promotions to improve forecast accuracy. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams to understand demand drivers and adjust forecasts accordingly.

Lead the monthly demand planning process (S&OP) for PTx Trimble, presenting forecasts and insights to leadership. Monitor and report on key forecast performance indicators (e.g., forecast accuracy, bias, service levels).

Identify demand variances and recommend corrective actions to mitigate supply chain disruptions. Work closely with procurement teams and operations teams to ensure optimal stock levels.

Maintain demand planning systems and tools, ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency. Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes and tools.

Your Experience and Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.

Proficient in demand planning software (e.g., SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, NetSuite, Kinaxis) and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across departments.Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

APICS CPIM or similar supply chain certification is a nice to have

Experience with ERP systems and integrated planning tools, including SAP. Background in precision agriculture technology is a nice to have

Benefits include health care and wellness plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, and paid time off, flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, company philanthropic programs, company rewards programs, and much more…

Your Compensation:

This position will be within the range of $72,000 - $147,381 based on experience.This position is eligible for a bonus based on10% compensation.

Your Workplace:

You will work in hybrid / Remote model with your wonderful PTx colleagues from our Tremont IL site.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Solutions for Every Season

We engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud based platforms that connect every corner of the farm.

Job Segment: Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Demand Planner, ERP, Marketing Manager, Operations, Technology, Marketing

AGCO is a global leader in design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision technology. AGCO delivers value to farmers and OEM customers through its differentiated brand portfolio including leading brands like Fendt, Massey Ferguson, PTx and Valtra. AGCO's full line of equipment, smart farming solutions and services helps farmers sustainably feed our world.