Demand Planner 3

We are seeking a Demand Planner for a 7-month hybrid engagement in Beaverton, OR. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping product availability and market strategy, directly influencing the success of key product categories across a major market segment. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise to ensure optimal product flow, directly impacting sales and consumer satisfaction within a critical market. Are you a meticulous planner with a passion for data-driven insights and a knack for anticipating market needs? We're seeking a talented individual to join our client's dynamic team, where you'll be at the forefront of forecasting for a significant product line. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that the right products are available at the right time, directly contributing to market success and customer satisfaction. You'll dive deep into market trends and data, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build robust forecasts that drive business decisions. Your work will directly support strategic planning and operational efficiency, making a tangible impact on product availability and market performance.

Responsibiities

• Develop and manage detailed demand forecasts for a key product category within a major market segment.
• Analyze market data, sales trends, and consumer insights to refine forecasting models and strategies.
• Collaborate closely with finance, sales, and merchandising teams to align forecasts with overarching business objectives.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and opportunities, providing proactive recommendations to mitigate challenges and capitalize on growth.
• Present forecasting insights and strategies to diverse stakeholders, influencing critical business decisions and driving consensus.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment, working alongside peers and cross-functional partners to achieve shared goals.

Qualfications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a demand planning or forecasting role.
• Exceptional proficiency in Excel for advanced data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience with forecasting and planning methodologies.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for various audiences.
• Proven ability in stakeholder management and a highly collaborative approach to teamwork.
• A degree is preferred, though practical experience and proven capability are highly valued.
• Experience with specialized planning tools is a nice-to-have.
• Prior experience working with large, globally recognized consumer brands is a nice-to-have.

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The target hiring compensation range for this role is $40.80 to $45.33 per hour. Compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location

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