Demand Planner
iFIT’s vision is to create the world's most holistic health and fitness platform, integrating all elements of health - physical fitness, mental health, nutrition and active recovery - into a seamless interactive experience. We develop proprietary software that learns and adjusts to the habits of each person as it delivers immersive content that guides them on their own individual fitness journey.
We are currently seeking an ambitious pace-setter to join our team as a Demand Planner
ROLE COMMITMENTS
- Develop and Finalize the Consensus Demand Plan
- Drive Cross-Functional Alignment and Integration
- Optimize Inventory Levels and Service Performance
- Lead Performance Analysis and Process Improvement
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing detailed forecasts using statistical models, historical data, and technical skills (Excel, SQL/BI tools).
- Leading the crucial collaborative process to integrate qualitative input from Sales, Marketing, and regional intelligence.
- The output is a single, unified Consensus Forecast that the entire organization commits to executing against.
- Incorporate promotional plans and new product launches.
- Align demand requirements with production capacity and schedules.
- Provide accurate volume input for budgeting, financial outlooks, and working capital analysis.
- Translating the final forecast into specific production and procurement requirements.
- Proactively managing the inventory levels to meet service targets while minimizing carrying costs and the risk of obsolescence.
- Proactively identifying and flagging potential supply chain risks (e.g., supplier constraints) that could prevent fulfilling the demand plan.
- Rigorously monitor and report on core KPIs, particularly forecast accuracy and bias.
- Conduct detailed root-cause analysis for significant forecast variances.
- Implement concrete strategies and process changes to improve data quality and overall planning maturity.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education and Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Economics, or Finance.
- 2-5 years of progressive experience in an analytical or planning role such as Supply Chain Analyst, Demand/Inventory Planner, or Production Planner, ideally within a consumer goods or high-volume environment.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to or lead aspects of a formal S&OP or integrated business planning process.
- Strong proficiency in advanced Excel modeling (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, formula functions).
- Experience querying or manipulating data using SQL and/or BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
- Working knowledge of a major ERP system (e.g., SAP S/4HANA) and/or planning software
Preferred Qualifications
- Analytical Interpretation: Understands the mechanics and limitations of statistical forecasting models, focusing on interpreting outputs and applying qualitative overrides.
- Clear Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex data and forecasting risks into a clear, concise narrative to drive confident cross-functional decision-making.
- Market Insight: Possesses a keen awareness of product life cycles, competitor behavior, and broader market trends to inform the forecast.
- Process Discipline: Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, capable of managing a structured monthly calendar while handling dynamic, last-minute changes.
iFIT does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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