Forecasting & Demand Planning Specialist

Nestle SA; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance incentives

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to drive accurate, category‑level demand forecasts with collaboration from the statistical modeling team. You will analyze market trends, work with DP/DSP managers, and translate insights into actions for supply chain and business decisions.

The role emphasizes strong analytics, attention to detail, and independent decision‑making to support forecasting accuracy and inventory optimization. Not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in forecasting methods and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for assigned product categories.
• Analyze category trends, promotions, seasonality, and channels.
• Collaborate with DP/DSP managers and cross‑functional teams.
• Communicate forecast changes and insights to stakeholders.
• Support inventory optimization and supply chain efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Advanced Analytics

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Stakeholder Communication

Independent Decision‑Making

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Engineering/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Demand planning software

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to drive accurate, category‑level demand forecasts with collaboration from the statistical modeling team. You will analyze market trends, work with DP/DSP managers, and translate insights into actions for supply chain and business decisions.

The role emphasizes strong analytics, attention to detail, and independent decision‑making to support forecasting accuracy and inventory optimization. Not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.