Jr Demand Planner

Jr Demand Planner The Demand Planner supports the demand planning process by assisting with forecasting, inventory monitoring, and production planning activities. This role partners closely with the Demand Planning Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data, timely reporting, and strong customer service levels. The position is ideal for an early-career professional seeking to build skills in forecasting and supply chain planning. Essential job functions: Assist in preparing monthly demand forecasts for the assigned Categories using historical sales and order data Support analysis of historical sales, trends, and promotions to inform forecast inputs Incorporate inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Product teams into demand plans Support the process for the forecast on new products with analysis of previous similar products Participate in process improvement initiatives and training opportunities Prepare inventory reports including availability, slow movers and closeouts Assist in creating dashboards and planning reports for management review Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and data accuracy Comfortable working in Excel and spreadsheet-based analysis. Basic understanding of demand planning, inventory management, or supply chain concepts. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally. Organized, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, analytics, operations, or related field preferred. 02 years' experience in supply chain, planning, operations, inventory, or data analysis roles. Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, operations, or planning environments is a plus. Exposure to ERP/MRP systems preferred but not required. Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid in office 3-days/week) #J-18808-Ljbffr Safilo