Inventory & Demand Planner II

ManpowerGroup; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup client seeks an Inventory & Demand Planner II to support the Planning Department in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on coordinating orders, schedules, and inventory to meet customer commitments.

The ideal candidate will have ERP experience (Business Central) and strong communication skills to drive improvements across teams. This position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 3–6 years in high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing or contract manufacturing.
• Proficient with ERP systems, especially Business Central, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage order entry, production scheduling and inventory allocation to ensure timely delivery.
• Use ERP systems to generate reports and support KPI tracking for ops efficiency.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to align production with capacity and customer commitments.
• Lead or participate in Kaizen events to improve processes.
• Serve as primary contact for tolling customers on daily operations and issue resolution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Cross‑functional collaboration

Solutions mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Business Admin, or related field

Tools

Business Central

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing and supply chain industry, is seeking a Inventory & Demand Planner II to join their team. As a Inventory & Demand Planner II, you will be part of the Planning Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solutions-focused mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Inventory & Demand Planner II

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

What's the Job?

• Manage order entry, production scheduling, and inventory allocation to ensure timely delivery of customer orders.

• Leverage ERP systems to produce, analyze reports, and support KPI tracking for operational efficiency.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to align production schedules with capacity and customer commitments.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead or participate in Kaizen events to enhance processes.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for tolling customers on daily operational matters, including scheduling and issue resolution.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3-6 years of experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments or contract manufacturing.

• Proficiency with ERP systems, especially Business Central, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

• Excellent communication skills to influence and build relationships across departments.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and inclusive environment supporting diverse teams.

• Chance to contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Development opportunities within a growing organization.

• Engagement in meaningful projects that impact customer satisfaction and business success.

• Supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.