What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Demand Planning Analyst position at Country Archer?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment? Love the Natural Food space? Have a knack for rapid problem solving? Want to be a part of a winning, fast-growing company?
Join us at Country Archer – the #1 jerky brand in the Natural and Specialty Channel and one of the fastest growing brands in the meat snacks category! We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Demand Planning Analyst to drive accurate forecasting and optimize inventory management. In this role, you will develop demand plans by analyzing market data, sales inputs, and external intelligence. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead the Demand Forecast section in S&OP meetings, and monitor customer inventory levels to prevent overstocking. Candidates will need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of demand planning fundamentals, experience working with sales and supply chain teams, and the ability to leverage data to improve forecasting accuracy and inventory efficiency.
Things you will own as a Supply Chain Planning Manager:
- Understand and incorporate foundational building blocks of demand forecasts, such as store facings, store count, and product sales rates, to ensure forecasts align with market size and realities.
- Validate demand forecasts by leveraging calculations using metrics such as sell-through rates, distribution coverage, and market penetration.
- Collaborate with Sales to gather essential inputs, including promotional plans, customer forecasts, and new product introductions, ensuring these are accurately reflected in the demand plan.
- Analyze and interpret a wide range of data sources, including historical sales, customer behavior, and market conditions, to improve the reliability of demand forecasts.
- Track and improve forecast KPIs such as accuracy, bias, forecast value add, and fill rate.
- Drive the Demand Forecast section during monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings, ensuring a collaborative planning approach with internal teams.
- Provide input to Supply Planning on inventory strategies for existing products, new launches, and product phase-outs.
- Monitor and track customer inventory levels to ensure optimal stock, proactively identifying and addressing potential overstock situations to maintain efficient inventory management and reduce excess inventory costs.
- Collaborate with Sales to create and refine the Annual Operating Plan, aligning demand forecasts and strategies for the upcoming year.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SAP, or other ERP systems).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with statistical forecasting methods and tools.
- Knowledge of inventory management practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
