Demand Planning Manager; S&OP

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Demand Manager for a well-established technology and manufacturing company specialising in innovative products and solutions for commercial and industrial markets. This is a full-time, direct-hire, onsite opportunity located in Aurora, IL.

The Demand Manager will play a critical role in leading demand forecasting, sales and operations planning (S&OP), and cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between customer demand and operational capacity. This individual will partner closely with Sales, Product Management, Purchasing, Production, and Engineering to optimise inventory planning, improve forecasting accuracy, and support on‑time product delivery. The ideal candidate is an analytical and collaborative professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys driving process improvements that directly impact business performance.

• Competitive salary of $105,000–$120,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the company's S&OP process and influence strategic business decisions.
• High-visibility position working closely with cross-functional teams and organisational leadership.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in forecasting, supply chain efficiency, and operational performance.
• Join an established technology and manufacturing organisation where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are valued.

Lead and manage the company-wide monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, facilitating meetings and driving alignment between demand forecasts, production capacity, and business objectives. Develop, maintain, and continuously improve corporate product demand forecasts by analysing historical sales data, market trends, customer demand patterns, and forecasting models. Partner with Sales and Product Management to validate demand projections while collaborating with Purchasing and Production Planning to ensure material availability and operational readiness.

Monitor sales orders, production schedules, and inventory requirements to support accurate planning and timely fulfillment of customer commitments. Manage demand planning activities for Buy-to-Order and Build-to-Order products within the organisation's MRP/ERP systems. Identify forecasting gaps, operational inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement to enhance planning accuracy, cross-functional communication and overall supply chain performance.

Demonstrated experience in demand planning, supply chain management or production planning within a manufacturing or distribution environment. Proven ability to lead and manage the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, including facilitating cross-functional meetings and aligning operational priorities. Strong knowledge of demand forecasting methodologies, statistical analysis, inventory planning and supply chain processes. Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems, with SAP experience highly preferred.

Excellent analytical, organisational, problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Sales, Purchasing, Production, Engineering and Product Management.

• This position offers a competitive annual base salary of $105,000–$120,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Full benefits available, such as medical, dental, vision, 401K.

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