Demand Planner Manufacturing & Distribution

Staff Perm

Manasquan, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$50 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Model, Consulting, Corrective Action, Data Quality, Decision Support, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Forecasting, Inventory Management, Marketing, Performance Metrics, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Planning, Reporting Skills, SAP, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sales & Operations Process (S&OP), Small Business, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
LOCATION
Manasquan, NJ
POSTED
1 day ago
Demand Planner Manufacturing & Distribution

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our manufacturing and distribution organization . This role is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts, supporting S&OP processes, and ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and inventory strategies.
  • The preferred candidate has hands-on experience with a major ERP platform, SAP preferred (IBP, APO, ECC or S/4HANA) and a proven track record of working in complex supply chain environments. This position will serve as an evaluation period for permanent hire based on performance, business needs, and cultural fit.

LOCATION: Manasquan, NJ, 08736
POSITION: Contract to Hire
SCHEDULE: M-F 8AM-5PM
PAY RANGE: 50.00hr

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts using statistical models and business input across multiple product lines.
  • Execute demand planning processes within the current ERP ensuring accuracy and integrity of planning data. Experience with SAP (IBP, APO DP, ECC or S/4HANA Demand Management) is preferred.
  • Analyze historical sales data, market trends, customer inputs, promotions, and seasonality to refine forecast assumptions.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Manufacturing, and Distribution teams to build a consensus demand plan.
  • Participate in S&OP initiatives including demand reviews, forecast alignment, and executive presentations.
  • Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and key supply chain KPIs; identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
  • Partner with supply chain and production teams to align forecasts with capacity, lead times, and inventory targets.
  • Support new product introductions (NPI), product transitions, and end-of-life planning with demand projections.
  • Maintain planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, lead times) in ERP.
  • Generate reports and insights using available tools and analytics platforms to support decision-making.
  • Identify process improvements and assist in optimizing demand planning workflows and system usage.
  • Ensure smooth integration of demand signals into the broader supply chain planning process.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
  • 3 7 years of demand planning or supply chain planning experience in manufacturing and/or distribution.
  • Strong, hands-on experience with enterprise ERP demand planning tools such as SAP demand planning tools (IBP, APO DP, ECC or S/4HANA).
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
  • Experience participating in S&OP or integrated planning environments.
  • Understanding of inventory management, production planning, and distribution networks.


Pre-Employment Screening:
Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state and federal laws in your region. This process is designed to ensure the safety and integrity of the workplace. Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.

About Staff Perm
Staff Perm is an Award Winning and Certified Small Business Enterprise utilizing a staff with over 20 years of staffing and placement experience to simplify the employee recruitment process. 7214 S State Hwy 78 Suite #1, Sachse, TX 75048

About the Company

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Staff Perm

Staff Perm has helped 1000’s of professional’s change companies for a better work environment, culture and earnings potential.   We network with hiring managers to bring career opportunities to professionals that are looking to advance their career.   9 out of 10 experts agree that the best way to create career growth is to seek an opportunity with a company that is willing to provide it.   

 

Many managers don’t understand the need for work life balance or today's employees.   They rely on our experience to connect talent that drives business success.  We work with you to define what your seeking in your career change and provide you with the opportunity to interview with the decision makers that can make it happen.   

 

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Staff Perm provides equal employment opportunities EEO to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
http://www.staffperm.com