Forecasting & Demand Planning Manager

Retail Services & Systems, Inc; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Generous store discounts

Health care plans

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Career development & product training

Consumer classes

Job summary

Total Wine & More in Bethesda, MD seeks a Manager of Demand Planning to lead forecasting efforts using the o9 platform and collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, Store Operations, and Finance.

You will refine forecasting processes, drive IBP alignment, analyze root causes of variances, and manage demand for launches and line extensions while communicating trends and risks to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or inventory planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• High attention to detail and understanding of demand drivers across interdependent product categories.
• Experience in process development and improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools; experience with o9 is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence internal partners.
• Strong organizational skills and strategic thinking with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build statistical forecast models using the o9 planning system.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Merchandising, Store Operations, and Finance to align on demand inputs and ensure forecast accuracy.
• Champion the development of demand plans across items, categories, and planning levels that meet KPIs such as forecast accuracy and in-stock rates.
• Align demand planning processes with Integrated Business Planning efforts, supporting consensus-building and strategic decision-making.
• Spearhead root cause analysis for forecast variances and translate insights into process improvements and system enhancements.
• Manage demand planning activities for new product launches, line extensions, and product discontinuations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Influence internal stakeholders by communicating trends, risks, and opportunities derived from large-scale data analysis and forecasting metrics.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying and implementing enhancements to demand planning workflows and cross-functional coordination.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

o9 planning system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Total Wine & More in Bethesda, MD seeks a Manager of Demand Planning to lead forecasting efforts using the o9 platform and collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, Store Operations, and Finance.

You will refine forecasting processes, drive IBP alignment, analyze root causes of variances, and manage demand for launches and line extensions while communicating trends and risks to stakeholders.