Demand Planner - Virginia Beach, United States - Born Primitive

Description

Job Description

Job Title: Demand Planner

Company: Born Primitive )

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Position: Full Time

Hours: Flexible Schedule Monday - Friday

Are you looking for a meaningful and fulfilling career with a dynamic and collaborative team and exceptional work-life balance? If so, Born Primitive may be the place for you

As a Veteran owned and operated company, we are unapologetically proud of our country and what it stands for. We strive to inspire our customers by exemplifying the values of the men and women who have inspired us—sacrifice, honor, and the willingness to defend our freedoms at all costs. By extension our employees are a reflection of these values.

This is an onsite position - candidate must be able to commute to the Virginia Beach, VA location daily.

Overview:

The Demand Planner will play a pivotal role in optimizing Born Primitive's inventory levels and ensuring product availability. Expertise in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, along with the ability to create and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), is essential for this role.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demand Forecasting and Analysis:
  • Develop accurate weekly and monthly demand forecasts using statistical models
  • Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and finance teams to understand demand drivers
  • Utilize MRP and ERP systems (such as Deposco, Logility, Netsuite, Dynamics, SAP, etc.) to enhance forecasting accuracy
  • Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies
• Inventory Management:
  • Provide input to the Supply Planning team for inventory strategies
  • Ensure the accuracy of inventory levels to meet demand
  • Identify slow-moving items and propose strategies for effective management
  • Create and maintain KPIs related to forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and stockouts
• Demand Plan Creation:
  • Collaborate with channel leaders to gather inputs on market trends, promotions, and product launches
  • Synthesize information from MRP and ERP systems, historical data, and external factors to create a comprehensive demand plan
  • Align the demand plan with production schedules and procurement activities
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Analyze demand patterns and propose improvements to forecast accuracy
  • Work cross-functionally to enhance demand planning processes
  • Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• 2 to 5 years of experience in demand planning or related roles
• Proficiency in MRP and ERP systems (Deposco, Logility, Netsuite, Dynamics, SAP, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Experience creating and maintaining KPIs related to demand planning

Physical Requirements:

This is a primarily sedentary position, however, standing desks are available for use. Associates may occasionally climb stairs, bend, stoop, walk, lift up to 10 lbs, and crouch as needed. Rarely associates in this position may be asked to push/pull up to 50 lbs, work in extreme conditions (heat/cold), and/or travel on a voluntary basis.

How You Will Be Rewarded:

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Christmas Eve through New Year's Day Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Remote Work Fridays
• Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, including Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans through Aflac
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching
• Clothing Stipend
• Born Primitive Free Gym Membership

Born Primitive is an ADAAA compliant and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.