Strategic Demand & Inventory Planner (SAP)

Traka (Assa Abloy); Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group is seeking an experienced Senior Demand Planner in Plano, TX to lead demand and supply planning, improve processes, and drive data-driven decisions. You will own forecast accuracy, manage inventory health, and work with Sales, Product, Finance, and Operations to optimize service levels.

The role requires deep expertise in SAP planning and MRP, strong Excel skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions. This is a full-time on-site position in Plano.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Planning.
• Strong SAP experience, including planning, inventory, and MRP processes.
• Proven experience running and managing planning tools in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Demand Planning & Forecast Management: Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecast processes at multiple levels, collaborating with Sales, Project, Product, Finance, Warehouse, and Operations to align expectations.
• Supply Planning & Inventory Management: Execute supply planning to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory; manage inventory health metrics and replenishment parameters.
• SAP Planning & MRP Execution: Run and monitor MRP processes; partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure plan execution; maintain data integrity.
• Process Improvement & Planning Solutions: Lead or support implementation of new planning methodologies, tools, and best practices; drive continuous improvement and provide user training.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop and present monthly planning, inventory, and forecast reports; leverage SAP, Power BI, Excel for insights.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

SAP Planning & MRP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Group is seeking an experienced Senior Demand Planner in Plano, TX to lead demand and supply planning, improve processes, and drive data-driven decisions. You will own forecast accuracy, manage inventory health, and work with Sales, Product, Finance, and Operations to optimize service levels.

The role requires deep expertise in SAP planning and MRP, strong Excel skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions. This is a full-time on-site position in Plano.