Position descriptionJob titleDemand Planning Lead
Contract typePermanent Contract
Job descriptionJob Title : Demand Planning Lead
Location : Houston, TX (onsite)
Schedule : Full-time
About the roleThe Demand Planning Lead supports the North America BU's growth strategy and owns all linked supply chain initiatives surrounding demand planning, forecasting, inventories, and S&OP planning.
1. S&OP and Forecasting- Lead the monthly S&OP process, ensuring cross-functional alignment, timely decision-making, and clear communication of risks and opportunities
- Design and improve standardized demand planning and S&OP processes to enhance scalability and efficiency
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across all channels (retail, distributors, Tier 1, eCommerce)
- Monitor forecast accuracy using KPIs, dashboards, and analytics
Identify supply-demand imbalances and propose actionable, scenario-based solutions - Partner with Channel Leads to improve forecast accuracy and service levels
2. Inventory Management- Define and manage inventory strategies, including safety stock policies and ABC segmentation
- Drive initiatives to reduce excess and obsolete inventory (SLOB) and improve inventory health
3. Reporting, Analysis & Continuous Improvement- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes, tools, and methodologies
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and key customers
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity within SAP, including master data management
- Maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for planning processes
ProfileEducation / Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field required
Master's degree or MBA is a plus
Experience needed: - 8+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or related functions
- Proven experience managing or leading S&OP processes in a cross-functional environment
- Demonstrated track record of improving forecast accuracy, inventory performance, and planning processes
- Deep knowledge of key inventory performance metrics such as forecast accuracy, MAPE, bias, safety stock, ABC, etc.
- Experience in multi-channel environments (e.g., retail, distribution, eCommerce, Tier 1 accounts)
- Strong exposure to data-driven decision-making, forecasting, and inventory optimization
IT Knowledge: ERP systems (SAP)
Business analytics (Power BI)
Microsoft Office Suite - excellent Excel capabilities
Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
Position locationJob locationAmerica, USA, Texas, Houston
LocationHouston
Office LocationHouston - Texas - USA
Teleworking (Homeoffice)No - No teleworking
Candidate criteriaMinimum level of education required3- Bachelor
Minimum level of experience required6-10 years
RequesterPosition start date04/05/2026