Senior Demand Planner

The Sr. Demand Planner is a strategic leader responsible for owning the enterprise demand forecast and aligning Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations. This role plays a central part in the S&OP process, translating commercial strategy into an executable demand plan that supports revenue growth, inventory optimization, and service excellence. Success in this role requires executive presence, strong analytical expertise, and the ability to influence decision-making across the organization. Why This Role? If you are ready to step into a role where your work directly shapes business strategy, this is your opportunity. At Bradshaw Home, the Sr. Demand Planner goes beyond managing forecasts by connecting commercial strategy, market trends, and operational execution to drive smarter, faster decisions. You will partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations leaders, bringing visibility to risks and opportunities while aligning the organization around a single demand plan. You will also help strengthen the S&OP process, improve forecast accuracy, and build a best-in-class demand planning function. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment and wants to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow as a strategic leader. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end demand forecasting process across all channels, customers, and product categories Lead the demand planning pillar of the S&OP process, including executive-level demand reviews Translate commercial strategy, promotional plans, pricing actions, and innovation pipelines into a consensus demand forecast Serve as the primary forecasting partner to Sales, Marketing, and Finance leadership Proactively identify demand risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies Drive forecast accuracy improvements through advanced analytics, root cause analysis, and continuous process enhancement Partner with Supply Planning and Operations to balance demand, inventory, lead time constraints and service objectives Establish and monitor forecasting KPIs (WMAPE, Bias and Fill Rate) and present insights to senior leadership Lead and mentor others in the demand planning team and set planning standards and best practices Play a key role in system optimization, planning tool enhancements, and data governance initiatives Support executive decision-making with scenario modeling and demand sensitivity analysis Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Analytics, or related field 7–10+ years of progressive demand planning experience, preferably within CPG or FMCG Proven leadership experience within S&OP / IBP environments Advanced Excel and demand planning system expertise Deep understanding of forecasting methodologies, lifecycle planning, and promotional forecasting Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to connect demand plans to P&L outcomes Experience with retail POS and inventory, syndicated data (IRI, Nielsen), and advanced forecasting tools Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional alignment Excellent executive communication and presentation skills Expectations Hybrid role based in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. In-office attendance required Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; remote work optional Monday and Friday. Preferred Qualifications APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) and/or IBF Certification Experience managing high SKU complexity and omni-channel demand Leadership Competencies Strategic and systems thinking Executive presence and decision leadership Strong change management and continuous improvement mindset Talent development and coaching Results-oriented with a bias toward action Pay and Benefits: US$120,000.00 - US$135,000.00 Annually Final compensation offered will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, accrued vacation, floating holidays, and designated company holidays. Life at Bradshaw Home: At Bradshaw Home, we’re proud of our culture of collaboration, growth, and innovation. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we believe in supporting our people just as much as we support our customers. Want to see more of what it’s like to be part of our team? Explore our Great Place To Work® profile Learn more on The Muse Bradshaw Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr