Demand Planning & Inventory Optimization Analyst

Job Summary

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Radwell International is seeking a skilled and analytical Demand Planning Analyst to support and enhance our global forecasting and inventory planning processes. This role is ideal for a candidate with 2+ years of experience in supply chain or data analytics, who can interpret complex data sets, contribute to forecast accuracy, and support decision-making across the business.

As part of the Procurement team, the Demand Planning Analyst will develop and maintain data models, analyze demand trends, and collaborate cross-functionally with sales, operations, finance and purchasing teams to drive supply chain efficiency and product availability. This is a high-visibility role that plays a key part in balancing customer needs with working capital targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Forecasting & Demand Analysis

• Build, update, and maintain SKU-level demand forecasts using historical sales data, trends, and statistical methods.
• Analyze patterns in customer behavior, seasonality, and promotional impact to refine forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with commercial and supply chain teams to incorporate business intelligence into planning models.

2. Data Analytics & Reporting

• Develop and maintain recurring reports and dashboards tracking forecast performance (e.g., MAPE, bias), fill rate, and inventory health.
• Conduct root cause analysis of forecast variances, stockouts, and excess inventory to support continuous improvement.
• Deliver actionable insights to internal stakeholders to support inventory and procurement decisions.

3. System & Process Optimization

• Maintain planning system parameters (e.g., reorder points, safety stock levels) in alignment with business rules and forecasting logic.
• Support planning tool implementation, enhancements, and data validation activities.
• Monitor master data integrity and escalate discrepancies or system limitations proactively.

4. Cross-Functional Communication

• Partner with sales, operations, and procurement teams to gather forecast inputs and validate assumptions.
• Ensure planning adjustments (e.g., product lifecycle changes, demand shifts) are reflected in the system in a timely manner.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

5. Continuous Improvement

• Recommend enhancements to forecasting processes, tools, and data flows.
• Participate in supply chain projects that improve visibility, responsiveness, and service levels.
• Stay current with industry best practices in demand planning and supply chain analytics.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or a related analytical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in demand planning, supply chain analytics, or data analysis in a business environment. Experience in distribution, industrial automation, or aftermarket sectors is a plus.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and charts; Power BI or Databricks experience a plus.
• Solid understanding of forecasting principles, inventory planning concepts, and statistical modeling.
• Working knowledge of ERP or planning systems (e.g., Epicor, NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey analytical insights clearly.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Translates data into insight, spots trends, and supports evidence-based planning.
• Business Acumen: Understands the impact of demand accuracy on financial and operational outcomes.
• Collaboration: Works effectively across teams to align forecast and planning assumptions.
• Initiative: Seeks out opportunities to improve processes and proactively solves problems.
• Results Orientation: Committed to delivering high-quality forecasts and performance improvements.

Performance Metrics

• Forecast accuracy (MAPE, bias reduction)
• Timeliness and quality of forecast updates and reports
• Inventory availability and service level support
• Contribution to process improvements or automation projects
• Responsiveness to cross-functional planning requirements

SALARY RANGE INFORMATION

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SALARY RANGE

$75K-$90K, plus 5% bonus