Demand Planning Specialist

City of Shakopee, MN; Cranberry Township, Northern (Butler County, KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist in Cranberry Township, PA to develop and manage demand forecasts that support inventory, supply chain, production, and financial planning. You will work with cross-functional teams to create accurate demand plans and drive alignment through S&OP processes, delivering data-driven insights and continuous improvement across the organization.

You will contribute to forecasting reports and dashboards, monitor performance, and identify risks while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain planning.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret large data sets.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage demand forecasts to support inventory, supply chain, production, and financial planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate demand plans.
• Identify risks and opportunities and drive alignment through S&OP processes.
• Create forecasting reports, dashboards, and analytics for decision-making.
• Monitor forecast performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with Supply Planning, Procurement, Operations, Sales, and Finance to balance inventory and service objectives.
• Support planning system enhancements and adoption of best practices.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Forecasting

Demand planning

Data analysis

ERP experience

BI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Supply Chain/Business Admin degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

If you are a Demand Planning Specialist looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you with our Power and Water Solutions business, based in Cranberry Township, PA!

In this role, you will develop and manage demand forecasts that support inventory, supply chain, production, and financial planning activities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate demand plans, identify risks and opportunities, and drive alignment through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. This position offers the opportunity to influence business performance through data-driven insights, continuous improvement, and strong partnerships across the organization.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Master a thorough understanding of all PWS planning processes.
• Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts using historical data, market intelligence, and business insights.
• Analyze sales trends, seasonality, customer demand patterns, and market dynamics to improve forecast accuracy.
• Incorporate new product introductions, promotions, and market developments into demand planning activities.
• Monitor forecast performance, identify drivers of forecast variance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Adjust demand plans in response to changing business conditions and emerging trends.
• Facilitate alignment between demand forecasts, business objectives, and operational capabilities.
• Communicate demand assumptions, risks, opportunities, and performance metrics to key stakeholders.
• Create and maintain forecasting reports, dashboards, and analytics to support decision-making.
• Evaluate forecast accuracy, forecast bias, inventory trends, and service level performance.
• Partner with Supply Planning, Procurement, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Finance teams to balance inventory and customer service objectives.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives by identifying potential shortages, excess inventory, and demand-related risks.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes, planning methodologies, and system capabilities.
• Support planning system enhancements, automation initiatives, and adoption of best practices.
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity within forecasting and planning systems.
• Promote collaboration and continuous improvement across demand planning and related functions.

Who You Are:

You use data, analysis, and business insight to make informed decisions and drive effective outcomes. You build strong partnerships across teams, fostering open communication and collaboration to achieve shared goals. You adapt your approach in response to changing priorities and business conditions while maintaining focus on delivering results. You continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, challenge assumptions, and implement innovative solutions that create value for customers and the organization.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, inventory management, business planning, or a related analytical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret large data sets and identify actionable insights.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems and planning platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple functions and levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration
• 2+ years relevant experience, as above
• Experience supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or similar business planning processes.
• Experience utilizing business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable applications.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or supply chain-focused environments.
• Knowledge of inventory optimization principles and demand forecasting methodologies.
• Experience with statistical forecasting tools and automated planning solutions.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and data-driven process enhancement.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into clear business recommendations.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

As a global organization, Emerson is committed to creating an environment where innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion drive everything we do. We welcome individuals with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, recognizing that different viewpoints strengthen our teams and help us deliver exceptional results for our customers. By joining Emerson, you will have opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow while helping solve meaningful challenges in a supportive and collaborative workplace.

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Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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