Strategic Demand Planner & Forecasting Lead

HD Supply; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst who will analyze and improve demand forecasts for high-volume categories. The role involves data-driven analyses to support business cases for demand plans and mentoring other contributors on the team.

The position emphasizes collaboration across departments to incorporate product changes, onboarding of new products, and improvements to forecast accuracy. Experience in forecasting and S&OP processes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline with 5–8 years of experience OR MS/MA with 3–5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes forecasts to support enterprise S&OP for high volume categories across segments.
• Executes demand planning, delivering total demand forecasts.
• Mentors new associates and leads small analytics-driven projects.
• Improves forecast accuracy with quantitative methods and system enhancements.
• Collaborates with departments to incorporate new products, retirements, promotions, and regulatory changes into planning.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related field

Tools

JDA

Job description

HD Supply is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst who will analyze and improve demand forecasts for high-volume categories. The role involves data-driven analyses to support business cases for demand plans and mentoring other contributors on the team.

The position emphasizes collaboration across departments to incorporate product changes, onboarding of new products, and improvements to forecast accuracy. Experience in forecasting and S&OP processes is preferred.