Demand Planning Analyst

Summary

The hiring organization is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to support forecasting, demand planning, inventory analysis, and supply chain decision-making. The role transforms data into actionable insights, develops Power BI dashboards and Excel models, monitors forecast performance, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve inventory optimization and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage Power BI dashboards, scorecards, and reporting solutions to support business and supply chain decision-making
• Create recurring and ad hoc reports related to forecasting accuracy, inventory levels, service performance, product movement, and operational KPIs
• Consolidate, clean, validate, and organize data from multiple sources into structured formats suitable for analysis and reporting
• Monitor forecast performance and recommend adjustments to improve accuracy and inventory efficiency
• Develop and maintain Excel-based analytical models using advanced functions, pivot tables, lookups, and other reporting tools
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects related to inventory optimization, demand planning, and supply chain performance
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and reporting insights to leadership and business stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Take ownership of recurring analytical workflows and support evolving business priorities as needed
• Analyze demand, inventory, and supply chain performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities experience preferred
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, Sales, and Finance teams to improve forecasting processes and inventory planning strategies experience preferred

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Operations, Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analytics, inventory management, or a related analytical role
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, data validation, and analytical modeling
• Experience creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards, reports, and data visualizations
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations
• Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources
• Excellent attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to produce accurate work with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with ERP, MRP, WMS, or inventory management systems
• Experience with SQL, Power Query, or other data transformation tools
• Knowledge of demand planning, inventory optimization, forecasting methodologies, and supply chain KPIs
• Experience supporting consumer products, manufacturing, distribution, retail, or logistics environments
• Supply Chain Analytics a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Operations, Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analytics, inventory management, or a related analytical role
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, data validation, and analytical modeling
• Experience creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards, reports, and data visualizations
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations
• Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources
• Excellent attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to produce accurate work with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with ERP, MRP, WMS, or inventory management systems
• Experience with SQL, Power Query, or other data transformation tools
• Knowledge of demand planning, inventory optimization, forecasting methodologies, and supply chain KPIs
• Experience supporting consumer products, manufacturing, distribution, retail, or logistics environments

Nice to Haves

• Supply Chain Analytics a plus

Benefits

• Fully remote position within the United States
• Operates on U.S. business hours