Role Summary
The Demand Planner & Inventory Manager is responsible for demand forecasting and planning. Designing S&OP processes and building bridges among the sales, product and purchasing teams.
Role Responsibilities
- Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers and develop effective forecasting models
- Continuously evaluate forecast results, ensuring models are reflective of industry trends and company demand patterns
- Lead and execute the S&OP process with the sales and marketing teams and other key stakeholders
- Utilize Netsuite and Salesforce to streamline the planning process
- Perform risk assessments to maintain inventory and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy
- Provide input to the Supply Planning team in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs
- Document daily deliveries and shipments to ensure that inventory is maintained, current and up-to-date
- Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, forecast, inventory purchasing, stock levels, and adjustments
- Coordinate and fulfill demand requirements with the sales team, ensuring supply is available by monitoring and tracking orders
- Maintain a constant relationship with the sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to understand the demand forecasting drivers
- Other duties, as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications
Formal Education or Equivalent
- University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Years of Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in demand planning and/or supply network planning
Competencies
- Innovative Problem-Solving: Solves problems creatively, generating new ideas for improvement
- Team Collaboration: Leads by example and ensures teamwork and collaboration
- Effective Communication: Ensures effective communication among team and with all stakeholders, delivers clear, accurate and on-time information
- Performance Excellence: Achieves and maintains top tier performance standards
- Ethical Conduct Enforcement: Adheres to ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and transparency in all interactions with every stakeholder. Adheres to and enforces company policies. Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness, especially in handling sensitive information
- Inclusive Attitude: Demonstrates an inclusive attitude, promoting a welcoming and respectful environment for all stakeholders
- Personal Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for team outcomes, ensuring high standards are met
- Results-Driven: Focused on achieving and exceeding individual and team targets
Specialized skills, knowledge, or certifications unique to this role
- Experience utilizing ERP systems, knowledge of SalesForce and NetSuite
- Expert at utilizing statistical forecasting software
- Proven track record of inventory planning, strategy design, and hands-on operational experience
- Strong spreadsheet, database, PowerPoint, and BI Reporting system skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical & dental benefits coverage
- ESOP program
- Custom built modern workspace in the heart of Liberty Village
- A highly innovative and enjoyable team culture
Greentank is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about providing a safe workplace where everyone is accepted and has the opportunity to grow with us. We are committed to making diversity and inclusivity part of our culture!