Associate Demand Planning Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead demand planning and forecasting activities for BISSELL's largest and most complex customer portfolios.
• Develop and drive consensus demand plans that support customer service, inventory, and financial objectives.
• Facilitate demand review discussions and influence cross-functional decisions related to forecasting, inventory management, and business planning.
• Provide informal leadership, coaching, and development support to Demand Analysts and Senior Demand Analysts.
• Lead complex forecasting initiatives related to new product launches, significant promotional events, customer transitions, and strategic business opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance forecasting processes, planning tools, reporting capabilities, and organizational effectiveness.
• Identify business risks and opportunities through data analysis and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Participate in monthly S&OP activities and provide input on forecast changes, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with leadership teams to support Annual Operating Plan development, Financial Updates, and strategic business planning.
• Act as a subject matter expert for forecasting systems, methodologies, and demand planning best practices.
• Lead cross-functional projects and planning initiatives that impact demand planning performance.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or related field. 5+ years of Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Forecasting, or related experience. 4+ years of planning or forecasting experience supporting retail customers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, influence decision-making, and drive business results across cross-functional teams.

• PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: APICS (CPIM/CSCP), ASCM, or IBF certification. Advanced forecasting and statistical modeling expertise. Experience supporting strategic retail accounts such as national customers and large omnichannel retailers. Experience leading process improvement or organizational capability initiatives.