Demand Planning Analyst

Demand Planning Analyst I

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity. At Laborie, we know the work we do matters it's what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you're ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we'd like to meet you. We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We're not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion.

About the Role:

As a key member of the Supply Chain, Distribution & Operational Excellence team, the Demand Planning Analyst I will support the development and maintenance of accurate demand forecasts that guide inventory strategies and supply chain operations. This individual will gather and analyze data, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to the improvement of planning processes. We're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to grow in the field of demand planning while supporting our mission to help customers and patients across the globe.

• Collect and organize data from internal and external sources to support forecasting activities, including sales history, pricing, promotions, and supply disruptions.
• Review historical sales trends to understand seasonality and demand patterns and assist in developing short- and medium-term forecasts.
• Maintain and update demand forecasting models and planning tools under guidance.
• Partner with sales, marketing, finance, and supply planning teams to gather inputs and support cross-functional alignment.
• Participate in discussions regarding forecast variances and contribute to basic root-cause analysis.
• Prepare routine reports and presentations to summarize demand insights for internal stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• 13 years of related experience (forecasting, inventory management, supply chain, or business analytics).
• Basic understanding of forecasting concepts, statistical methods, and factors that influence demand.
• Working knowledge of ERP and planning systems; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and basic formulas.
• Understanding of inventory metrics and supply chain fundamentals.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to interpret data clearly.

Why Laborie: Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries.

• Paid time off and paid volunteer time
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Parental Leave and Adoption Services
• Health and Wellness Programs and Events
• Awarded 2024 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level

Laborie provides equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.