Demand Planner

Indorama Ventures USA - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Demand Planner at Indorama Ventures is responsible for coordinating with cross-functional teams to generate a consensus forecast of demand for the US markets. This role involves analyzing data to improve demand assumptions and responding to market shifts, ensuring alignment across Sales, Marketing, and Finance. The Demand Planner will manage demand forecasts, track forecast accuracy, and facilitate demand review meetings, contributing to the Integrated Business Planning process.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and manage demand forecasts for a 12-month rolling period.
• Track forecast accuracy and understand variances in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams.
• Facilitate monthly demand review meetings to communicate forecast updates and potential gaps.
• Participate in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) meetings to drive consensus on demand planning assumptions.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, bias, inventory turnover, and product availability.
• Analyze forecast gaps and provide insights into driving factors.
• Ensure accuracy of demand planning data and master data to support effective forecasting and inventory planning.

Requirements

• 5+ years in demand planning, supply planning, or operations.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP or other demand planning tools; strong analytical skills with Excel, Power BI, or similar software.
• Strong understanding of demand and supply chain planning principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to engage with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills to manage complex data sets and deliver actionable insights.
• Proactive and organized approach to managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k)