Demand Planning Manager, Hydro at Bend, Oregon

Demand Planning Manager, Hydro Flask

Join our Supply Chain team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Demand Planning Manager, Hydro Flask

Department: Supply Chain

Work Location: Bend, OR Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

• Creates and manages all demand planning tools resulting in SKU and Product group plans.
• Supervises Demand Planners for all Customer Groups.
• Sets safety stock targets and creates inventory buy signal that inputs to the supply planning process.
• Analyzes forecast error and uses as input to the demand planning process and demand review.
• Aligns activities to best practices in the department.

Global Demand Planning

• Supervises Demand Planner that has primary responsibility for ROW demand planning that is filled via the HCMC 3PL.
• Liaises with Hydro Flask Europe on demand planning with the goal of aligning strategy.
• Leads Global demand review.

New Product Introductions and Analysis

• Manages the timing of new product launches together with Sales and PLM.
• Manages new product forecasts globally and scales to factory ramp capacity.

General Analytics

• Creates seasonal forecasts that are inputs to capacity and financial plans.
• Performs lost sales analysis in order to project future demand accurately.
• Performs inventory analysis and projections.
• Support other Helen of Troy Home and Outdoor Brands.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required with strong Excel skills
• Knowledge of Demand Planning, Analysis, ERP Systems, Planning Software, and Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS college degree
• 2+ years of Demand Planning experience with a consumer products company
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Oracle, o9, Power BI
• Supply Planning, IBP, S&OP experience and knowledge
• Passion for the outdoor industry

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.