Demand Planner- Carrollton, Texas

Demand Planner
- Carrollton, Texas

Department: Service - Warehouse / Logistics

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: United States/Carrollton, TX

Reporting To: Amy Byrne

Compensation: $61,000 - $75,000 / year

The Planner is a strategic supply chain technical leader that drives optimized inventory levels, spare parts availability, forecasting accuracy, and leads cross-functional initiatives. This role aligns demand planning, purchasing, supplier‑vendor relationship management with business strategy.

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and business intelligence.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust models to improve performance.
• Align demand plans with product lifecycle and service strategies.
• Provide regular demand reports and insights to stakeholders.

Inventory Optimization

• Balance inventory investment with service level goals.
• Collaborate with supply planning to ensure adequate stock levels for critical parts and products.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to excess or obsolete inventory.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Service, and Operations to align forecasts with financial and operational targets.
• Work with procurement and repair centers to ensure timely replenishment and repair planning.
• Support special projects related to demand planning and process improvement.

Systems & Data Management

• Utilize ERP and planning systems (e.g., JDE, Baxter Planning, Synchron) to manage forecasts and inventory data.
• Maintain data integrity and prioritize updates to support accurate planning.
• Generate performance dashboards and KPIs for executive reporting.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required (Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Business Intelligence or related field)
• 4+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
• Proven success in improving forecast accuracy and inventory performance using planning tools and data analysis.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Advanced analytical skills with Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, Lookups) and database tools.
• Strong ERP knowledge; JDE preferred.
• Experience with demand planning systems (e.g., Baxter Planning, Synchron).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Pay Range: $61,000 - $75,000, Actual pay will be adjusted based on job‑related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; education; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

Glory is proud to share that our benefit package ranks in the top 25% across the country!

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Fidelity – 2.5% Base contribution paid toward your retirement by Glory even if you do not participate. Plus, Glory matches 3% up to 6% of your contribution
• Health insurance – 3 medical plans to choose from. High, Medium and Low deductible through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• MDLive – 24/7 Virtual Doctor plus a Nurse Line
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA / Dependent Care
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Basic Life insurance and AD&D – Company paid
• Short Term Disability / Long Term Disability / Employee Assistance Program – Company paid
• Paid Vacation – start with a prorated amount of hours your first year depending on start date. 80 vacation hours earning your first full year and vacation hours increase based on years of service
• Paid Sick days based on City/State requirements
• Paid Holidays – 9 to 11 days based on start date
• Professional development assistance
• Education assistance
• Adoption Assistance
• Legal and  plans
• Annual Bonus opportunity
• Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement