Demand Planning Manager at Jobot
Fullerton, CA 92833
About the Job
Demand Planning Manager opportunity available with natural foods company! (Fullerton, CA)
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Marcus Curiel
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Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year
A bit about us:
Established in 1991, we are a leading provider of fresh, natural, and organic food products, specializing in globally inspired cuisine and plant-based proteins like tofu. With a commitment to sustainability and mindful sourcing, we create minimally processed, accessible foods that promote health and happiness. With a strong presence in the U.S., we proudly hold the No. 1 market share in the tofu and kimchi categories.
We are growing and looking for a Demand Planner to join our team!
Why join us?
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
Skills/Qualifications:
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Marcus Curiel
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year
A bit about us:
Established in 1991, we are a leading provider of fresh, natural, and organic food products, specializing in globally inspired cuisine and plant-based proteins like tofu. With a commitment to sustainability and mindful sourcing, we create minimally processed, accessible foods that promote health and happiness. With a strong presence in the U.S., we proudly hold the No. 1 market share in the tofu and kimchi categories.
We are growing and looking for a Demand Planner to join our team!
Why join us?
- Strong company culture with a local presence.
- Position works with the leadership team.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead demand planning and forecasting efforts for all product lines, including imported, OEM, and in-house manufactured goods, to ensure alignment with corporate goals and supply chain strategies.
- Oversee the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, including forecasting, procurement, inventory management, and scheduling to support production, replenishment, and distribution of products across the supply chain.
- Manage logistics for imported products, ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes from international locations to domestic warehouses and customer sites.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Production, and Logistics teams to optimize supply chain efficiency, balancing customer demand with production capacity to meet service level agreements while minimizing excess inventory.
- Develop and maintain master supply and demand plans by analyzing customer demand trends, sales forecasts, and historical data to drive decision-making for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Monitor and address supply chain disruptions, including product shortages and excess inventory, through effective mitigation strategies to minimize financial risk and operational impact.
- Facilitate and lead weekly and monthly S&OP meetings, presenting demand and supply forecasts, key performance indicators, and actionable insights to relevant stakeholders.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives within the demand planning process, leveraging statistical analysis, data-driven insights, and industry best practices to improve forecast accuracy and inventory optimization.
- Develop and present regular reports on demand forecast accuracy, inventory levels, and supply chain performance, making data-backed recommendations to improve operational efficiency and cost control.
- Ensure compliance with all corporate policies and regulatory requirements related to supply chain management, import/export processes, and vendor selection.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or logistics, with a focus on forecasting, procurement, and inventory management in the food industry.
- Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and make informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present insights to senior leadership.
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and demand planning tools such as SAP, Kinaxis, JDA, or similar software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in S&OP, capacity planning, and supply chain optimization.
- Knowledge of import/export logistics, transportation management, and international supply chain regulations.
- Bilingual in Korean is preferred but not required.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Salary
110,000 - 135,000 /year