[LG Electronics U.S.A] Demand Planning Manager 채용

Bzpp; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Short-term incentives

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Job summary

LG Electronics in the United States is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to drive end-to-end demand planning and forecasting, collaborating with Sales, Product Management, SCM, and external customers to optimize inventory and service levels.

The role leads CPFR processes for key accounts, analyzes forecast vs. actuals, and identifies risks and improvement opportunities related to inventory, fulfillment, and order management. A strong cross-functional, data-driven mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, or related supply chain roles.
• Strong end-to-end supply chain expertise including forecasting, production planning, logistics, inventory control, and sales coordination.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills interfacing with retail partners and senior leadership.
• Proven ability to make data-driven decisions in complex, evolving environments.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Experience in consumer electronics or smart home devices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own demand planning for smart home devices, including forecasting, supply alignment, and inventory planning across the full product lifecycle.
• Manage end-to-end planning activities: forecasting, production coordination, delivery planning, sales alignment, and inventory control.
• Apply supply chain expertise to support planning across diverse environments and partner setups.
• Lead regular business reviews with distribution partners to align forecasts, sell-out, inventory status, and order planning.
• Monitor inventory risks and proactively adjust plans to protect sales performance and profitability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, production planning, logistics, inventory, and sales teams for end-to-end alignment.
• Contribute to process improvements and scalable planning structures as the business evolves.
• Make data-driven decisions balancing customer requirements with internal constraints.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Leadership communication

APICS certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

CPFR

Job description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations.Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for driving end-to-end demand planning and forecasting activities to support effective supply chain operations and business growth. The role manages sales forecasts, analyzes demand trends, and collaborates closely with Sales, Product Management, SCM, and external customers to ensure optimal inventory levels, forecast accuracy, and service performance. The Demand Planning Manager leads CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) processes for key accounts, provides regular analysis of forecast versus actual performance, and proactively identifies risks and improvement opportunities related to inventory, fulfillment, and order management. This role plays a critical coordination function across internal teams and US counterparts to align demand signals, purchasing plans, and supply availability, while driving continuous improvement in planning processes, KPIs, and data integrity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own demand planning for smart home devices, including forecasting, supply alignment, and inventory planning across the full product lifecycle
• Manage end?to?end planning activities covering demand forecasting, production coordination, delivery planning, sales alignment, and inventory control
• Apply strong demand planning and supply chain expertise to support planning activities across diverse operating environments, including early?stage or evolving partner setups
• Lead regular business reviews (primarily weekly) with distribution partners to align on forecasts, sell?out performance, inventory status, and order planning
• Closely monitor inventory risks such as excess, shortages, and aging stock, and proactively adjust plans to protect sales performance and profitability
• Work cross?functionally with supply chain, production planning, logistics, inventory, and sales teams to ensure end?to?end alignment
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and help build scalable planning structures as the business and partner landscape evolves
• Make data?driven and experience?based planning decisions in complex and uncertain business environments, applying creative judgment to balance customer requirements with internal supply and operational constraints

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, or related supply chain roles, preferably within consumer electronics, smart home devices, or similar industries
• Strong expertise in end?to?end supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, production planning, logistics, inventory control, and sales coordination
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interface directly with retail partners and senior leadership
• Proven analytical and problem?solving skills, with the ability to make sound, data?driven decisions in complex and evolving business environments
• APICS certification preferred

$115,000 — $125,000 USD

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investmentoptions.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

BENEFITS OFFERED TEMPORARY/CONTRACTORS:

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our team by phone at: 973-477-7090 or [e-mail]. This email and phone number will only reply to accommodation requests and is not intended for general employment inquiries.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.