Global Demand Planning & S&OP Leader

Arkema; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema in the Milwaukee area is seeking a Demand Manager to drive forecasting and S&OP processes, improving service levels and inventory health. You will own KPI performance, lead cross-functional forecasting initiatives, and guide inventory targets in a fast-paced global materials company.

The role requires 7–10 years of experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and CPIM/CSCP certification is highly preferred. Join a team committed to growth, inclusion, and customer value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in demand forecasting and sales planning for a large SKU portfolio (500+ items) within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in S&OP/SIOP and demand planning; experience with master scheduling and procurement preferred. APICS CPIM or CSCP certification highly preferred.
• Advanced analytical and technical skills, including data querying, data collection, trend analysis, and advanced proficiency in Excel and other data tools; experience with SAP and S&OP software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own demand planning performance by developing, monitoring, and reporting key KPIs (e.g., OTIF, forecast accuracy, inventory health metrics such as DSI, excess, and aging) and driving continuous improvement.
• Lead forecasting processes by analyzing historical data, market trends, seasonality, and customer insights to generate accurate forecasts and recommend adjustments to align with demand changes.
• Drive forecast accuracy improvements through regular reporting, root-cause analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize forecasting methods, hierarchy, and processes.
• Lead the monthly S&OP/SIOP process, aligning demand plans with inventory strategies and partnering with supply chain teams to set and manage inventory targets (e.g., safety stock, reorder points) and ensure execution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and externally (sales, production, customers) to close gaps between forecast and business plans, improve service levels, and identify opportunities for inventory optimization and SKU rationalization.

Skills

Forecasting

S&OP/SIOP

Data analysis

Excel

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

S&OP software

Job description

Arkema in the Milwaukee area is seeking a Demand Manager to drive forecasting and S&OP processes, improving service levels and inventory health. You will own KPI performance, lead cross-functional forecasting initiatives, and guide inventory targets in a fast-paced global materials company.

The role requires 7–10 years of experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and CPIM/CSCP certification is highly preferred. Join a team committed to growth, inclusion, and customer value.