Senior Demand Planner

Summary

Are you a data-driven problem solver with a knack for forecasting and a passion for optimizing supply chains? As a Senior Demand Planner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products reach customers seamlessly. Dive into a dynamic environment where your analytical skills will shine, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence impactful decisions. If you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career with a leading cycling company, we want to hear from you

This Senior Demand Planning role is responsible for enabling the demand planning process for the worldwide business. This individual will use our [EL2] systems and tools to assist and support the different levels of our demand planning organization. The role will be highly collaborative and needs to be pro-active in seeking out business intelligence to incorporate into the various plans. The individual in the role is also expected to fully socialize elements of the plans to all key stakeholders.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Develop and maintain demand forecast templates to support overall company process.
• Aggregate and consolidate demand forecasts from Markets and Regions into a single source of truth.
• Analyze sales trends, market conditions, and customer behavior to identify demand patterns.
• Collaborate with product teams, markets, finance and supply chain teams to gather inputs to support the long-range plan creation for the company.
• Collaborate with inventory planning teams and recommend adjustments to inventory targets to meet demand fluctuations.
• Prepare and present reports about demand forecasts, risks, and opportunities to relevant stakeholders across a range of functions.
• Support the strategic roadmap for demand planning through cross-functional collaboration, improving processes, implementing advanced forecasting techniques, and integrating new system solutions.
• Provide training and education to Demand Planner teammates across the company about the process, systems and best practices.
  
  

What You Need To Win

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of proven experience in demand planning, financial forecasting, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical analysis.
• Experience in utilizing ERP and data aggregation specific systems.
• Expertise in BI/Visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI, etc.).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  
  

Benefits

As a full-time, regular teammate, you are eligible for the following benefits, beginning the first of the month following your start date.

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay with annual performance-based reviews for continued growth and recognition
• Comprehensive healthcare plan options, including PPO, EPO, HDHP, and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High-Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)
• Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Company Matching up to $5,000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company
• Annual Profit Sharing: Share in the rewards of our collective success through our profit sharing program, with contributions made directly to 401(k) accounts.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well-being care
• Generous Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks of 100% paid leave for non-birthing parents, plus a Specialized bike for your new baby
• Up to $9,000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance
• Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
• Industry Pro-Deal Discounts and Perks
  
  

For additional information on benefits and perks, please visit: https://benefits.specialized.com.

PAY

Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:

California Base Pay Range: ($71,439 - $117,875 )

• At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location.
  
  

We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized!

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