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Demand Planning & Inventory Strategy Manager

United States·Auroramid

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Overview

Demand Planning & Inventory Strategy Manager Location: based full-time on-site in Aurora, IL, a hub of industrial and logistical activity in the Midwest.

Key Responsibilities

Lead S&OP Process – Spearhead monthly Sales & Operations Planning meetings, driving alignment across operations, sales, engineering, product, and supply chain functions.

Requirements Summary

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). 3+ years of experience in demand planning, production planning, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing or distribution…

Technical Tools

forecasting

Responsibilities

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→Lead S&OP Process – Spearhead monthly Sales & Operations Planning meetings, driving alignment across operations, sales, engineering, product, and supply chain functions.
→Strategic Demand Forecasting – Develop, maintain, and enhance forecasts across a diversified product portfolio, using historical data, customer insights, and market trends.
→Order-to-Production Optimization – Ensure alignment of build-to-order and buy-to-order products with the MRP system and production plans.
→Collaborative Planning – Work cross-functionally with product management, purchasing, and production teams to ensure production readiness and material availability.
→Sales Order Oversight – Monitor daily sales orders for alignment with forecast and capacity plans, proactively resolving discrepancies or constraints.
→Forecast Model Development – Use statistical models and demand drivers to assess and improve forecast accuracy and performance.
→Inventory & Capacity Alignment – Partner with internal stakeholders to balance material lead times, production capacity, and demand needs for on-time delivery.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
3+ years of experience in demand planning, production planning, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Proven experience leading or significantly contributing to a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Experience with enterprise resource planning software (SAP a bonus) and forecasting tools a definite plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
Effective communicator with a collaborative leadership style.
Ability to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What We Offer

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✓Opportunity to lead planning initiatives at a company focused on innovation and operational excellence.

✓Highly visible role that interacts directly with leadership and shapes supply chain outcomes.

✓Competitive compensation and benefits package.

✓A collaborative, values-driven company culture built on accountability and empowerment.

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