Jr Demand Planner
Safilo USA
Jr Demand Planner
Safilo USA
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Posted about 1 month ago
Full Time
Portland, Oregon
Hybrid
Smart Summary
The Demand Planner supports the demand planning process by assisting with forecasting, inventory monitoring, and production planning activities. This role partners closely with the Demand Planning Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data, timely reporting, and strong customer service levels.
We are looking for a Jr Demand Planner to support the demand planning process through forecasting, inventory monitoring, and production planning activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 0-2 years of experience in supply chain, planning, or data analysis. Strong analytical, communication, and Excel skills are essential for success in this role.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Forecasting
Inventory Monitoring
Production Planning
Data Analysis
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving
Attention To Detail
Data Accuracy
Excel
Communication Skills
Collaboration
Organization
Proactivity
Demand Planning
Supply Chain Concepts
Reporting
Job Description
Position: Jr Demand Planner
Department: Demand Planning, Supply
Reports to: Demand Planning Associate Manager
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid in office 3-days/week)
Job summary: The Demand Planner supports the demand planning process by assisting with forecasting, inventory monitoring, and production planning activities. This role partners closely with the Demand Planning Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data, timely reporting, and strong customer service levels. The position is ideal for an early-career professional seeking to build skills in forecasting and supply chain planning.
Essential job functions:
- Assist in preparing monthly demand forecasts for the assigned Categories using historical sales and order data
- Support analysis of historical sales, trends, and promotions to inform forecast inputs
- Incorporate inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Product teams into demand plans
- Support the process for the forecast on new products with analysis of previous similar products
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and training opportunities
- Prepare inventory reports including availability, slow movers and closeouts
- Assist in creating dashboards and planning reports for management review
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Comfortable working in Excel and spreadsheet-based analysis.
- Basic understanding of demand planning, inventory management, or supply chain concepts.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- Organized, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, finance, analytics, operations, or related field preferred.
- 0–2 years’ experience in supply chain, planning, operations, inventory, or data analysis roles.
- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, operations, or planning environments is a plus.
- Exposure to ERP/MRP systems preferred but not required.
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid in office 3-days/week)
Safilo USA
Established in 1934 in Italy’s Veneto region, Safilo Group is one of the eyewear industry’s principal players in the design, manufacturing and distribution of optical frames, sunglasses, sports eyewear, goggles and helmets. The Group designs and manufactures its collections by blending stylistic, technical and industrial innovation with quality and skillful craftsmanship. With an extensive global presence, Safilo’s business model enables it to monitor its entire production and distribution chain. With more than 30 brands, Safilo covers all the consumer segments: from Fashion Luxury – with Boss, Carolina Herrera, Etro, Isabel Marant, Missoni, Moschino, PORTS – to Lifestyle – with Carrera, Dsquared2, Eyewear by David Beckham, Marc Jacobs, Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Tommy Jeans, Kate Spade New York, Kurt Geiger, Fossil, HUGO, Juicy Couture, Liz Claiborne, Love Moschino, Pierre Cardin, and Stuart Weitzman – and Sports & Outdoor – with Smith and Under Armour – up to Mass Cool – with Blenders, Polaroid, Privé Revaux and Seventh Street.
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