Demand Planning Manager — S&OP/IBP & Forecasting

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned demand planning professional to lead and optimize enterprise-wide forecasting and planning processes in the United States. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations to drive accurate demand signals, inventory alignment and margin optimization across multiple portfolios.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, advanced analytics, and continuous improvement to support revenue planning and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of supply chain experience (Cisco or industry).
• Experience in S&OP or IBP or Demand Planning.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with end-to-end planning processes.
• Knowledge of inventory management.
• Product life-cycle management.
• Sourcing.
• Supply chain financials.
• Supply chain modeling experience.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an accurate demand plan through cross-functional collaboration.
• Analyze portfolio strategies, market conditions, pricing, and geopolitical factors to inform forecasts.
• Influence product mix and margin optimization with Business Units.
• Use advanced analytics and predictive modeling to generate demand signals and buffers.
• Coordinate demand handoff and supply buffers with Central Material & Fulfillment.
• Enhance pipeline visibility and customer demand tracking with Marketing and Regional Planning.
• Support predictive revenue and margin planning with Finance and Revenue Planning.
• Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement in demand planning.

Skills

Demand Planning

S&OP

IBP

Supply Chain Modeling

Inventory Management

Advanced Analytics

Predictive Modeling

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Influencing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned demand planning professional to lead and optimize enterprise-wide forecasting and planning processes in the United States. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations to drive accurate demand signals, inventory alignment and margin optimization across multiple portfolios.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, advanced analytics, and continuous improvement to support revenue planning and strategic decision-making.