Supply Planning Analyst: Demand & Inventory Translator

IMCD Group; Westlake (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Retirement plans

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

IMCD Group in Westlake, OH is seeking a Supply Planning Analyst to translate demand forecasts into feasible supply and inventory plans. You will learn planning processes, evaluate constraints, and support demand–supply reconciliation under guidance of senior Supply Planning Analysts and planning leadership.

You will partner with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Operations to develop inventory strategy, run scenario analyses, and ensure planning accuracy while working in a hybrid office

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of supply chain and planning concepts.
• Ability to analyze data, identify basic trends, and follow established planning processes.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to learn ERP and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of supply and inventory plans based on demand forecasts, lead times, and planning parameters.
• Monitor supply signals, inventory levels, and basic capacity constraints; flag risks or exceptions to senior Supply Planning Analysts or supervisors.
• Assist with demand–supply reconciliation activities and preparation of inputs for Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) discussions.
• Execute planning transactions and maintain accurate planning data in ERP and planning systems.
• Support cross-functional communication with Procurement, Demand Planning, and Operations regarding supply status and routine execution issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, inventory performance, and planning process effectiveness.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Education

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

Tools

SAP

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne

Oracle

APO

Kinaxis

Job description

IMCD Group in Westlake, OH is seeking a Supply Planning Analyst to translate demand forecasts into feasible supply and inventory plans. You will learn planning processes, evaluate constraints, and support demand–supply reconciliation under guidance of senior Supply Planning Analysts and planning leadership.

You will partner with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Operations to develop inventory strategy, run scenario analyses, and ensure planning accuracy while working in a hybrid office