Strategic Demand Planner – Inventory & Forecasting

Doka; McKinney, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) retirement plan (Roth and Non-R

Company paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Doka USA in McKinney, TX, is seeking a Demand Planner to analyze, procure, and plan material demands, optimize stock levels, and ensure timely order processing.

You will manage regional material demands, oversee inventory, and coordinate with branches to maintain service levels while adhering to company policies.

The role requires strong analytics, advanced Excel skills, and excellent English communication; a business or logistics background is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a Bachelor's in business or logistics preferred.
• Experience in administration, operations or logistics.
• Strong English communication, both written and spoken.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills.
• Sharp analytical, numeric, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Demand and logistics planning for regional material needs.
• Manage inventory and optimize stock levels.
• Ensure data quality and update delivery dates.
• Track inventory using the in-house system.
• Review and address stock discrepancies.
• Ensure order fulfillment and minimize non-utilization.
• Develop stock optimization methods aligned with strategy.
• Implement group-wide logistic standards.
• Manage material flow for new products.

Skills

Demand planning

Logistics coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in business or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

In-house software

Job description

Doka USA in McKinney, TX, is seeking a Demand Planner to analyze, procure, and plan material demands, optimize stock levels, and ensure timely order processing.

You will manage regional material demands, oversee inventory, and coordinate with branches to maintain service levels while adhering to company policies.

The role requires strong analytics, advanced Excel skills, and excellent English communication; a business or logistics background is preferred.