Demand Planning Manager

Manager, Demand Planning

Location: Toledo, OH or Chicago, IL
Compensation: $100,000 to $110,000

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven Manager or Senior Manager of Demand Planning to lead and evolve an integrated demand planning and S&OP process within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who enjoys building processes, partnering cross-functionally, and driving forecast accuracy in a growing organization.

The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning demand plans with commercial, financial, and operational objectives while supporting continuous improvement, data integrity, and high service levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integrated demand planning and S&OP process , ensuring strong alignment across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Logistics.

• Own and continuously improve forecasting systems, tools, and processes , including customer-level forecasting and demand shaping techniques.

• Analyze forecast performance using metrics such as WAPE and Bias , identify root causes, and drive year-over-year accuracy improvements.

• Compile and interpret historical demand, promotions, market trends, syndicated data, and other inputs to support high-quality forecasts.

• Provide analytical support for new product launches , promotions, and marketing initiatives, including pre- and post-launch analysis.

• Manage ongoing volume forecasts to balance customer service levels with inventory, obsolescence, and working capital risks.

• Build strong partnerships with cross-functional peers and logistics teams to share best practices and support continuous improvement.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Demand Planning team , fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth.

• Prepare and deliver clear, timely reporting and insights to internal stakeholders and leadership.

• Support data integration efforts by connecting to databases and structured files, ensuring scalable and repeatable processes.

• Utilize tools such as Excel (Power Query, pivot tables), Access, and basic data modeling techniques to transform and analyze data.

• Participate in additional projects and initiatives as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.

• Experience leading or supporting formal S&OP processes .

• Prior people leadership experience strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge of demand planning or forecasting software; ERP experience a plus.

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills ; strong comfort working with large datasets.

• Proven ability to analyze data, communicate insights, and influence decision-making.

• Strong presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.

• Recognized as a trusted partner and subject matter expert within the business.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable building processes where they may not yet exist.

• Limited travel may be required.

What We’re Looking For

• A collaborative leader who balances analytical rigor with strong business acumen .

• Someone who takes initiative, anticipates challenges, and drives action.

• A hands-on problem solver who enjoys improving processes and systems.

• A team player with the energy and adaptability to succeed in a growth-oriented environment.

Thank you,
Rachel Stewart
Senior Project Manager
LaSalle Network

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