Senior Demand Planning & Forecasting Manager

HD Supply; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply is seeking an experienced demand planning professional to drive accuracy and efficiency across sales and operations processes. You will develop repeatable forecasting methods, produce analytics, and partner with Merchandising, Sales, Inventory, and Finance to align plans with business goals.

This role requires a BS/BA in a related field and 7+ years of experience in demand planning or a related area; advanced degrees may offset some experience.

Qualifications

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline and 7+ years of experience in a related field.
• May require certification.
• Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development and execution of the enterprise sales and operations process for all business segments and sales verticals.
• Assists in day-to-day demand planning, including developing a repeatable process and recurring demand analytics, delivering the total demand and supply plan/forecast.
• Develops and implements metrics and reporting on forecast accuracy and issues, using results to drive improvements.
• Coordinates all facets of the sales and operations process to ensure optimum customer service level and inventory performance.
• Identifies and reconciles forecast discrepancies, risks and opportunities, and works to close gaps.
• Creates statistical forecasts and analyzes data to translate complex datasets into executive-level presentations.
• Collaborates with Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, Inventory, and Finance to onboard new products, retire old ones, and incorporate promotions into demand planning.

Education

BS/BA in a related discipline

Job description

HD Supply is seeking an experienced demand planning professional to drive accuracy and efficiency across sales and operations processes. You will develop repeatable forecasting methods, produce analytics, and partner with Merchandising, Sales, Inventory, and Finance to align plans with business goals.

This role requires a BS/BA in a related field and 7+ years of experience in demand planning or a related area; advanced degrees may offset some experience.