Job Description
A leading national supply chain organization within the food service industry is seeking a Manager, Demand & Supply Chain Planning to join its growing operations team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, data-driven environment supporting a large, multi-location network.
Position Overview
The Manager, Demand & Supply Chain Planning will lead forecasting and production planning efforts, ensuring uninterrupted product availability during promotions and product transitions. The right candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, deep supply chain knowledge, and proven experience balancing demand planning, inventory optimization, and stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed demand forecasts at product and category levels using historical data, promotional calendars, and regional trends.
- Collaborate across departments to align forecasts with strategic goals and supply capabilities.
- Monitor performance against forecasts and make proactive adjustments to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
- Analyze inventory across the supply chain to recommend replenishment, allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Partner with suppliers, distributors, and internal stakeholders to ensure supply continuity and cost efficiency.
- Track key supply chain metrics, drive process improvements, and support excess inventory resolution initiatives.
- Communicate forecasts, purchasing commitments, and inventory insights to leadership and partners.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (Master’s a plus).
- 5+ years of relevant experience in demand planning or supply chain management.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills; ERP or forecasting software experience preferred.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
If you’re an experienced supply chain professional ready to take ownership of planning and forecasting within a major national network, then apply today!