Demand Planner | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $98,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in demand planner? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in East Lansing, seeking experienced Demand Planners to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Demand Planners to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for assigned product categories using statistical models and market intelligence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to gather critical market insights and refine forecasts.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify root causes of significant variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Actively participate in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand plans with supply capabilities.
• Analyze historical sales data, promotional impacts, and external market trends to improve forecast reliability.
• Manage demand planning for new product introductions and product discontinuations, minimizing obsolescence and stock-outs.
• Utilize demand planning software and ERP systems to manage forecast data and generate reports.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in demand planning or forecasting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with forecasting software (e.g., SAP APO, Kinaxis, JDA) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and statistical modeling abilities with a solid understanding of forecasting methodologies.
• Experience participating in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Anaplan).
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for data analysis and modeling.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience in S&OP process design or improvement initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Demand Planner, Forecasting Analyst, Supply Chain Planner, Inventory Planner, S&OP Planner, Demand Forecasting Specialist, Supply Planner, Production Planner, Merchandise Planner, Supply Chain Analyst

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.