Demand Planning Manager

Demand Planning Manager Owns the operational demand forecast for the brand, guiding Demand Planners in generating, consolidating, and communicating the demand plan to Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain. Presents fill rate, forecast accuracy, past dues, lead time and other supply‑chain metrics to key customers through a collaborative process. Sets forecast targets aligned with industry performance and trains demand planners. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Manage consolidation of sales unit forecasts, prepare unit and dollar sales estimates derived from the projected sales/business plan to support the budget, monthly financial forecasts and strategic plan. Support and engage in development of the Billing Estimate to assist the business in predicting financial performance by channel. Lead the S&OP process for Demand Planning, ensuring efficient planning of product promotions, new production introductions and product discontinuation. Drive and influence KPI results: Fill Rate, Forecast Accuracy, Past Dues, Lead Time. Lead development of the annual demand plan in alignment with the annual revenue plan. Assist in design and lead implementation of strategic shifts in forecasting processes. 25% Supply Chain Collaboration Provide updates on significant forecast changes to Supply Planning and Manufacturing. Assist Supply Planning in managing inventories to maintain customer service while achieving inventory targets; support excess and obsolete inventory management. Develop statistical stocking strategies for balance between service and inventory goals. Represent Demand Planning in S&OP meetings. Ensure efficacy of the Demand Plan and optimal customer fulfillment. Provide leadership and direction for team of Analysts, Planners and Specialists. Balance workload to ensure successful execution. Drive career and skill development, performance management, retention and job satisfaction. 10% Other/As Needed Additional ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned. Education and Experience Profile B.S. in Engineering / Operations / Supply Chain Management required. Advanced degree in Engineering or Business is a plus. 8–10 years of experience in Supply Chain required. APICS CPIM Certification preferred. Required Skills Extensive functional knowledge of demand planning, forecasting and related areas. Experience leading projects, business teams, or providing key technical expertise. Operations experience in consumer products industry preferred. Hands‑on experience with planning software. Experience presenting to senior management. Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to prepare executive‑level presentations. Proven team leadership and management experience. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Track record of successful collaboration across all organization levels and with external clients. Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Working conditions: normal office environment. Hybrid schedule: on‑site Tuesday–Thursday, remote Monday and Friday. Compensation Pay Range: $106,115 to $166,753. Location Nearest Major Market: Orange County Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles Equal Employment Opportunity ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions