Demand Specialist

Scope of Job

The Demand Specialist ensures product availability to meet customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels. This role connects market activity with supply chain operations by using data analysis and forecasting to guide production, distribution, and inventory decisions.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales and customers to obtain customer-based forecasts, promotional information, scheduled trials, sales history, and other relevant demand planning inputs to develop a monthly unconstrained forecast.
• Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) by organizing the statistical, sales, and customer forecasts and related analysis for presentation, discussion, and resolution.
• Meet with other functional area managers and executives to review strategies and align Supply Chain Operations with Business Goals.
• Develop accurate demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and statistical models to predict future product demand and identify potential supply chain disruptions.
• Partner with Procurement to identify opportunities to meet customer demands during constrained supply periods.
• Support supply chain planning, inventory management, and logistics coordination.
• Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planning process.
• Address demand related queries and issues in a timely manner.
• Serve as the supply chain liaison for the commercial organization - providing them with a single source for questions, information, or assistance.
• Collaborate with production and supporting departments to ensure the food safety and quality of our products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required. Experience: 3-5+ years of experience preferred. Deep knowledge of the demand planning and Supply Chain functions with solid knowledge of the overall data flow and impacts.

Competencies

• Demand Forecasting
• ERP Systems
• Inventory Optimization
• Planning
• Trend Analysis
• Pricing Analysis
• Inventory Control Software
• General Data Analysis Software
• Analytical
• Detail Oriented
• Strong Communication Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Operational Excellence

Physical Requirements

Requires prolonged sitting and continuous use of computer. May lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 10 lbs.