Demand Planner

$64,000 - $97,000/Yr

Orveon Global US - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

501-1,000 employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Demand Planner at Orveon plays a crucial role in leading the demand planning process for the company's beauty brands. This position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to generate and review item-level forecasts, manage SKU-level operational volume forecasts, and drive continuous improvement in forecasting methodologies. The Demand Planner will also support the S&OP process, ensuring alignment across teams and optimizing inventory performance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to lead monthly item level sell-in forecast generation and review processes.
• Lead the statistical forecasting process for designated portfolio.
• Develop SKU level 24-month operational volume forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecast processes and key demand planning performance metrics.
• Support the Demand Review step of the S&OP process and ensure alignment on a monthly consensus forecast.
• Manage portfolio changes and the integrity of Blue Yonder master data for statistical modeling and inventory optimization.
• Provide item level forecasting for brand/customer/channel portfolio, integrating promotional inputs into the demand plan.
• Review and release statistical forecasts, factoring in sales trends and marketing events.
• Share demand trends and highlight volume risks and opportunities in presentations to cross-functional teams.
• Support Marketing in new product volume planning and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with supply and deployment planning to ensure stock availability and meet service level targets.
• Drive improved performance across all Demand Planning KPIs, including root cause analysis and action plan development.
• Support life cycle management and local Excess and Obsolete action planning.
• Create ad hoc reporting in Blue Yonder to maximize forecast accuracy.
• Communicate recommended forecast changes and actionable demand insights in preparation for monthly alignment meetings.
• Review and analyze the 90-day forecast versus actuals to highlight changes and trends.

Requirements

• 3+ years' work experience in Supply Planning, CPFR, Finance, Demand Planning, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of best-in-class commercial forecasting methods & tools in the FMCG industry.
• Experience in statistical forecasting, preferably with Blue Yonder.
• Understanding of best practices in S&OP / IBP.
• Analytical and self-motivated with a critical thinking mindset.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a collaborative environment and be a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to manipulate large raw data into intuitive and impactful reporting.
• Ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with key stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office.
• 4-year bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• IBF or APICS certification preferred.

Benefits

• Hybrid First Model - Flexibility to work remotely or in-office.
• Work From Anywhere - Freedom to work three weeks annually from a location of your choice.
• Complimentary Products - Free and discounted products on new releases and fan-favorites.
• Professional Development - Exposure to senior leadership and career advancement opportunities.
• Community Engagement - Volunteer opportunities in local communities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and lifestyle benefits.
• Generous PTO, 14 company-paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible Summer Fridays.
• 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4% contribution.