JOB SUMMARYThe Demand Planning Manager is responsible for optimizing inventory efficiency and operational flow within the distribution center by leading replenishment, waving, and inventory slotting strategies. This role partners cross-functionally with Operations, Planning, and Systems teams to develop and execute demand planning processes and capacity plans that support service-level commitments and operational performance.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of inventory slotting strategies to optimize pick paths, reduce travel time, and enhance order fulfillment productivity
- Monitor slotting effectiveness and proactively adjust strategies based on seasonality, promotions, and demand variability
- Develop, standardize, and maintain demand planning processes, ensuring consistency and scalability across systems and workflows
- Ensure work release aligns with order cutoffs, carrier schedules, and service-level agreements (SLAs)
- Optimize wave planning, including sizing and sequencing, to minimize congestion, improve throughput, and support operational stability
- Leverage statistical models and system tools to generate accurate demand forecasts and space utilization plans
- Conduct forecasting analyses to ensure methodologies are robust, data-driven, and continuously improved
- Design and produce weekly and monthly forecast and performance reports to inform decision-making
- Adjust forecast and capacity models in response to demand shifts, business changes, and market trends
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to drive alignment on planning assumptions and continuous process improvements
- Own the site-level replenishment strategy to ensure forward pick locations are consistently stocked and operationally ready
- Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including replenishment accuracy, pick productivity, slotting efficiency, inventory availability, and wave execution adherence
- Utilize data analysis and root cause investigation to identify inefficiencies and implement process and system enhancements
QUALIFICATIONS- Degree in Mathematics, Business, Engineering or related field.
- ≥ 5 years of relevant experience.
- Profound knowledge of the Logistic demand planning process.
- Strong knowledge of demand management/forecasting tools, forecasting processes in sales, marketing operations, finance, manufacturing and supply chain issues.
- Possess strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Communication and team building skills
- Detail orientated with extreme accuracy
- Ability to perform spreadsheet analysis
- Collaborative skills in resolving long and short positions in warehouse space and inventory.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Work is primarily sedentary. Sits comfortably to do the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, or lifting item weighing up to 15 pounds.
ADDITIONAL INFOReq ID: 21933
Zip Code: 46140
Facility: US-IN-Greenfield (455)
