Planning Manager

Planning ManagerIn this role, the Planning Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and continuously improving demand forecasts across Growve's portfolio of dietary supplements and wellness products. This role plays a critical part in aligning sales, marketing, supply chain, and finance to ensure optimal inventory levels, high service rates, and minimized waste, especially in a regulated, shelf-life-sensitive environment.Objectives & Responsibilities:Develop and maintain accurate SKU-level demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and business inputsLead monthly demand planning cycle, including statistical forecasting and consensus alignmentMonitor forecast accuracy (e.g., MAPE, bias) and implement continuous improvementsAdjust forecasts for promotions, new product launches, seasonality, and lifecycle changesFacilitate and lead demand review meetings as part of the S&OP processCollaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Planning teamsTranslate commercial strategies into actionable demand plansPartner with supply planning and procurement to ensure appropriate inventory levels and safety stockMinimize stockouts, overstocks, and product expirations (critical for supplements with shelf-life constraints)Support new product introductions and product discontinuationsAnalyze sales trends, customer behavior, and channel performance (e.g., eCommerce, retail, wholesale)Create dashboards and reports to track KPIs such as forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory turns, and fill ratesProvide insights and recommendations to leadershipOptimize use of forecasting tools (e.g., ERP, demand planning software)Improve forecasting models using statistical and, if applicable, machine learning techniquesEstablish and document best practices and standard operating proceduresForecast Accuracy (MAPE / WAPE)Forecast BiasService Level / Fill RateInventory TurnsObsolescence / Expiry ReductionOwn and publish the Master Production Schedule (MPS), maintaining a rolling 3-month schedule as the single source of truth for production commitmentsLead the supply/production review within the monthly S&OP cycle, reconciling the MPS against demand plan changes and flagging capacity or material constraints to leadershipManage line-level capacity planning, including load vs. capacity analysis by line/shift and scenario planning for overtime, added shifts, or outsourcingDrive rough-cut capacity planning (RCCP) for new product launches and major promotions to validate schedule feasibility ahead of finalizationAlign upstream buy plans and lead-time-driven order-by dates with the production schedule, particularly for long-lead-time or shelf-life-sensitive materialsTrack schedule adherence and attainment metrics (e.g., MPS stability, schedule attainment %, capacity utilization) alongside forecast KPIsSkills & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, statistics, or related field5 plus years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analyticsExperience in CPG, supplements, nutraceuticals, food & beverage, or pharmaceutical industries strongly preferredProven experience managing S&OP or IBP processesStrong analytical and quantitative skillsAdvanced proficiency in Excel (required); experience with tools like SAP IBP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Anaplan preferredFamiliarity with forecasting methods (time series, regression, causal models)Understanding of shelf-life and regulated product environments (FDA, GMP considerations is a plus)Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsAbility to manage ambiguity and influence stakeholdersAdditional Details:Full Time with Competitive PayHealth Benefits PackageDTO401(k)Progressive Working EnvironmentLocated in Ogden, UtahNotice to Recruiters — We do not work with outside recruiting agencies. Please do not solicit.This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications. The position, duties, and qualifications are subject to change at any time.