Demand Planning Manager

Responsibilities

• Demand Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for the beverage portfolio using historical data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing teams
• S&OP Leadership: Lead and facilitate the S&OP process, ensuring alignment between demand forecasts, production plans, inventory levels, and sales strategies
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales data, promotional activities, seasonality, and market trends to refine forecasting models and improve accuracy
• Collaboration: Partner with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to incorporate new product launches, promotions, and retailer demands into forecasts
• Inventory Optimization: Work with warehouse and supply chain teams to ensure optimal inventory levels to meet retailer demand while minimizing excess stock and stockouts
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on forecast accuracy, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions to improve future predictions
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance demand planning and S&OP processes, leveraging industry best practices and technology to drive efficiency
• Reporting: Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on demand trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making
• Technology Utilization: Leverage demand planning software and ERP systems to streamline forecasting and S&OP processes

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of demand planning experience in a consumer products company, preferably in the beverage or food industry
• S&OP Expertise: Proven experience leading or participating in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., APICS, CPIM) is a plus
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, or similar) and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments and present insights to leadership
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the beverage industry, including seasonality, promotional cycles, and direct-to-retailer distribution models
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving demand and supply chain challenges
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with national retailers and understanding their demand patterns
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and direct-to-retailer supply chain dynamics
• Familiarity with advanced analytics or machine learning tools for demand forecasting

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 and is dependent upon the candidate's experience prior to joining Spindrift. In addition, we offer the following compensation and benefits:

• Short-term incentive programs specific to level and department
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company match
• Monthly cell phone allowance
• Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education
• Voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time