Senior Planner Demand Planning & Procurement

acushnetgolf; Fairhaven (MA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Acushnet Company is seeking a Senior Planner, Demand Planning & Procurement for the Footwear business. You will drive demand forecasts, inventory planning, and procurement, partnering with Sales, Product Line Management, and factory teams to ensure product availability.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to act decisively in a fast-paced planning environment. Occasional domestic travel and evening meetings across time zones may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; APICS/CPIM certification preferred.
• 5+ years in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, procurement, or supply chain planning.
• Strong expertise in MRP/ERP systems and inventory management principles.
• Advanced Excel; experience with SAP, Cognos Report Studio, and Power BI.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and translate insights into action.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Attention to detail and forecasting accuracy.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, Planning, and global factory teams.
• Willingness for occasional domestic travel and evening meetings across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Drive demand forecasting and inventory planning for Footwear.
• Procure and track purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery.
• Analyze forecast accuracy and manage supply risks.
• Support product launches, collaborations, and seasonal initiatives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product Line Management, Planning, and factory teams.

Skills

MRP/ERP systems

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

APICS/CPIM certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Cognos Report Studio

Power BI

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

The Senior Planner, Demand Planning & Procurement is responsible for driving demand forecasting, inventory planning, procurement, and product availability for the Footwear business. Partnering closely with Sales, Product Line Management, factory teams, and cross-functional stakeholders, this role develops and manages demand plans, analyzes inventory and supply requirements, issues and tracks purchase orders, and ensures timely delivery of products. The position plays a critical role in maintaining forecast accuracy, achieving inventory availability targets, identifying and mitigating supply risks, and supporting special product launches, collaborations, and seasonal initiatives. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic planning environment.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field required; APICS/CPIM certification preferred.


• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, procurement, or supply chain planning within a global consumer products environment.


• Strong expertise in MRP/ERP systems, supply planning processes, and inventory management principles.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience using SAP, Cognos Report Studio, and Power BI.


• Proven ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable planning and purchasing decisions.


• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.


• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in forecasting, reporting, purchase order management, and item setup.


• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities with the ability to proactively address inventory, availability, and supply chain challenges.


• Effective communicator and collaborative partner, able to work cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, Planning, and global factory teams.


• Customer-focused mindset with flexibility to support international operations. This role may require occasional domestic travel. The position may also require participation in evening meetings via Microsoft Teams with factory associates in other time zones.

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Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well-being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more.

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Pay Range: $83,849.00-$104,550.00

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

EEO and Additional Statements

• Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Veteran/Disabled.


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