Job Description
Demand Planning Leader - Role Overview
The Demand Planning Leader is responsible for end-to-end demand forecasting while also leading the demand planning process across the organization.
This role combines hands-on forecasting with cross-functional leadership to ensure accurate demand plans that support service, inventory, and financial objectives.
The role is responsible for developing, leading, and continuously improving demand forecasting processes to support effective supply chain planning.Key Responsibilities
Demand Planning (Hands-on)
Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts at SKU, product, customer, and channel levels
Apply statistical forecasting models and incorporate market intelligence, promotions, seasonality, and NPI inputs
Analyze historical sales trends, forecast error, and bias; implement corrective actions
Maintain demand planning systems and ensure data accuracy
Support supply planning, production, and inventory decisions with reliable demand signals
Leadership & Process Ownership
Lead the demand planning function, including forecasting, consensus demand planning, and demand review processes
Own and drive the monthly demand planning and S&OP / IBP demand review process
Lead cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain
Translate commercial plans into an agreed consensus forecast
Identify demand risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation or upside actions
Establish and improve demand planning standards, governance, and best practices across the demand planning teams
Act as the key point of contact for demand planning across the organization
Reporting & Performance Management
Track and report forecast accuracy, bias, and key demand KPIs
Prepare management dashboards and executive-level demand insights
Support financial forecasting and budget alignment
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
5–10+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles
Strong hands-on forecasting experience combined with stakeholder leadership
Solid understanding of S&OP / IBP processes
Experience with demand planning tools (SAP IBP/APO, Excel)
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Ability to work independently while influencing without direct authority
Key Competencies
Analytical and structured thinking
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Business partnering mindset
Attention to detail with end-to-end supply chain understanding
Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement orientation
Success Metrics
Improvement in forecast accuracy and reduction of bias
Stable service levels with optimized inventory
Timely and effective S&OP / IBP demand reviews
Quality of insights provided to leadership
Stakeholder alignment and trust
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