Manager of Demand Planning & Supply Chain

About the role

The Manager of Demand Planning & Supply Chain, reporting to the Associate Director of Integrated Business Planning (IBP), plays a critical role in overseeing demand and supply planning activities across Aftermarket. This position is responsible for forecasting and managing demand across all product categories, ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet market needs while minimizing excess stock. The role requires a data-driven approach to continuous improvement, leveraging statistical analysis and historical trends to support informed decision-making.

The Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Operations—to align product availability and drive a consensus-based demand plan that supports key downstream business processes. This individual will develop and implement forecasting strategies aimed at achieving high accuracy and timely order fulfillment, while also leading long-term, annual, and tactical planning initiatives to support business growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Drive consensus demand forecast for the complete Aftermarket business using historical sales data, seasonality, and input from sales and marketing teams; ensure a monthly demand sign-off meeting with sales leaders.
• Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and factories to align the demand forecast with business targets.
• Ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained by balancing demand and supply while avoiding stockouts and excess inventory; closely collaborate with sales and marketing teams to reduce slow-moving/non-moving inventories.
• Continuously monitor and review forecast accuracy and BIAS with sales and product teams to adjust future demand based on changing market conditions.
• Closely work with the product management team to incorporate sales forecasts for new product launches into the demand forecasting process.
• Work with supply planners to ensure timely order placement and replenishment of products based on demand forecasts.
• Continuously enhance supply chain strategies by evaluating industry “Best Practices” in forecasting and understanding technological advances that impact the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience in forecasting, demand planning, or supply chain management.
• Preferred MBA or MS in Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable business insights.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Global supply chain experience is a plus.
• Proven leadership abilities with a demonstrated track record of developing and mentoring high-performing teams.