Demand Planner

LaSalle Network is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our client's team in Naperville, IL. The Demand Planner will play a key role in forecasting demand, optimizing inventory levels and ensuring seamless alignment between supply and demand. This position requires close collaboration with sales, marketing and supply chain teams to drive data-driven decision-making and meet customer expectations efficiently.

Demand Planner Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical sales, market trends and promotional plans
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to gather input on upcoming product launches, campaigns and events impacting demand
• Adjust forecasts regularly to account for changing business conditions or unforeseen factors
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock availability while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs
• Identify and address demand-supply imbalances, working with supply chain and production teams to resolve issues
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, production and finance, to align forecasts with operational plans and budgets
• Act as a point of contact for resolving issues related to stockouts, overages or delivery delays
• Analyze and report on forecast accuracy, sales trends and inventory performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in demand planning and inventory management
• Utilize demand planning software and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy

Demand Planner Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics or a related field
• 1+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or a similar role. Internships considered
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large datasets
• Proficient in demand planning software and tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra) and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Adaptable and proactive in responding to changing business needs
• Strong business acumen and a results-driven mindset

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring optimal inventory levels and contributing to efficient operations. If you are passionate about data-driven decision-making and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to have you on our team!

Thank you,

Grace Pope
Project Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Field-Employee-Benefits-LaSalle-Network.pdf