Data Center Demand Planning SpecialistLocation: Remote
Role OverviewWe are seeking a
Supply Chain Operations / Data Center Demand Planning Specialist with hands-on planning expertise and experience supporting operational excellence, analytics, and business transformation. The role combines demand forecasting, supply and inventory planning, cross-functional execution, and continuous improvement with opportunities to support Global Capability Center (GCC) operating models, data centers, and technology-enabled transformation.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupply Chain Operations & Demand Planning- Develop and optimize demand forecasts, supply plans, inventory strategies, and service-level performance
- Analyze historical demand, market trends, capacity, lead times, stocking models, safety stock, and inventory risk
- Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, sales, and regional stakeholders to align demand and supply; support planning and execution
- Align procurement plans with deployment schedules for servers, racks, networking equipment, power systems, cooling infrastructure, and other critical components
- Balance inventory availability, safety stock, and working capital while minimizing shortages, excess inventory, and obsolescence
Supply Chain Transformation & Global Capability Center (GCC) Enablement- Assess current-state processes and design future-state workflows, governance, controls, and scalable operating models
- Support GCC setup, expansion, process transitions, knowledge transfer, and capability development where relevant
- Contribute to transformation roadmaps, operational standardization, process optimization, and automation initiatives
Analytics, Planning Systems & Technology- Forecast data center infrastructure requirements based on deployment roadmaps, workload demand, and capacity expansion plans
- Use Kinaxis RapidResponse/Maestro, SAP S/4HANA, or comparable planning/ERP systems to support demand planning, inventory optimization, and scenario analysis
- Analyze disparate datasets using SQL, Power BI, Excel, and other analytical tools; create dashboards, KPI reporting, and data-driven recommendations
- Support planning system improvements, data integration, ERP modernization, and planning process enhancements
Required Basic Qualifications- Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain operations, demand planning, supply planning, and/or inventory management
Preferred / Differentiating Experience- Mix of supply chain, procurement operations, and data center planning
- Experience with ERPs, i.e., SAP, Oracle, Ariba
- SQL, Power BI, advanced analytics, and data visualization
- Lean Six Sigma certification; APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification
- AI / Agentic AI transformation use for forecasting, planning, autonomous workflows, or decision-support use cases
- Strong analytical problem-solving and knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes
- Demonstrated experience with process improvement or transformation and cross-functional stakeholder engagement
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, operations, or a related discipline
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 12/25/2026.
Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:
U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $70,350 to $154,800
Colorado $63,800 to $133,700
Connecticut $63,800 to $133,700
District of Columbia $68,000 to $142,400
Illinois $59,100 to $133,700
Maine $54,400 to $113,900
Maryland $63,800 to $133,700
Massachusetts $63,800 to $142,400
Minnesota $63,800 to $133,700
New York $66,300 to $154,800
New Jersey $68,000 to $154,800
Ohio $59,100 to $123,800
Virginia $59,100 to $142,400
Washington $80,200 to $142,400
