Demand Planner

On-Board PMO is hiring a Demand Planner Cleveland, OH Overview: On-Board PMO is well known for complex program solutions, whether the need is in Production, Operations, Product Processing, Packaging, Warehousing & Logistics, Contract Manufacturing, or Plant Management; On-Board has the infrastructure and experience to provide world-class service. We are supporting the world leader in thermal interface materials which keep electronics cool, along with inductive components preserving signal integrity. Position Details: Title: Demand Planner Position Type: 1 year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need Job Location: Cleveland, OH Shift: 1st Shift Benefits: 401K, Dental insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, PTO Compensation: $34-$38/HR Demand Planner Pay Rate: $34.00-38.00/hour, depending on experience Openings: 1 Job Summary The Demand Planner is responsible for supporting accurate forecasting, inventory optimization, and cross-functional supply chain alignment within a fast-paced and dynamic organization. This role develops and maintains demand forecasts, analyzes sales and market trends, supports Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory. Develop, maintain, and improve short- and long-range demand forecasts using historical sales data, customer input, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and other business intelligence. Partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Production Planning, Procurement, and Finance to develop consensus demand plans that support business objectives. Monitor forecast accuracy, forecast bias, inventory performance, service levels, and demand variability; identify root causes of gaps and recommend corrective actions. Support monthly S&OP and demand review processes by preparing forecast reports, presenting key assumptions, and identifying risks, opportunities, and changes in demand. Collaborate with supply planning and operations teams to align demand requirements with production capacity, material availability, and inventory targets. Maintain planning master data, demand planning parameters, and forecast inputs within ERP, MRP, and advanced planning systems. Identify potential stockouts, excess inventory, and slow-moving inventory risks and work cross-functionally to develop mitigation plans. Prepare recurring dashboards, reports, and executive summaries related to forecast performance, inventory health, and changes to the demand plan. Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes, tools, reporting, and cross-functional communication. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, production planning, sales forecasting, or a related supply chain function. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and reporting. Experience working with ERP, MRP, demand planning, or advanced planning systems. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and clearly present planning recommendations. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, industrial products, consumer goods, or other complex supply chain environments preferred. Working knowledge of S&OP, inventory management, production planning, material planning, and customer service processes preferred. Experience with planning tools such as SAP, Oracle, or QAD highly preferred. Experience using Power BI or other reporting and analytics tools preferred. Understanding of statistical forecasting methods, forecast accuracy metrics, safety stock, reorder points, and inventory optimization concepts preferred. On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America. The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner." On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. JD# 26-01307 #J-18808-Ljbffr