Merchandise Demand Planner

## Merchandise Demand Planner Apply locations:
Corporate Headquarters Manchester CT:
Manhattan NY:
Remote CT:
Remote MA:
Boston MAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-32372

The Demand Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts to support sales, inventory, and customer service objectives. This individual contributor partners cross-functionally translate data, trends, and business inputs into actionable demand plans that drive business performance. The role operates in a professional office or remote environment with frequent virtual meetings and cross-functional collaboration.
** What You’ll Bring to Bob’s
** At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of
** technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus.
** If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
** Key Skills for Success
** To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:
** Core Competencies & Expertise*
* • Demand Forecasting:
Develop and maintain top-down and bottom-up demand forecasts across weekly, monthly, and seasonal horizons.  
• Data Analysis & Insights:
Analyze historical sales, trends, demand drivers, and category, SKU, and regional performance to identify risks and opportunities.  
• Reforecasting & Forecast Accuracy:
Perform in-season reforecasting, monitor forecast accuracy, and conduct root-cause analysis on forecast variances.  
• Inventory & Financial Alignment:
Support alignment of demand forecasts with sales, margin, inventory, open-to-buy, and financial targets; identify over/under-bought risks and recommend corrective actions.  
• Cross-Functional Planning:
Partner with Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Inventory, and Finance to gather inputs and communicate forecast updates, risks, and opportunities.  
• Product & Assortment Planning:
Incorporate product launches and lifecycle changes into forecasts; support assortment planning, product performance analysis, and test strategies.  
• Planning Systems & Reporting:
Utilize demand planning systems, ERP platforms, Microsoft Excel, and BI tools to generate reporting and actionable insights.  
• Process Improvement:
Maintain data integrity and support continuous improvement of demand planning and S&OP/demand review processes.
** Preferred Competencies & Skills*
* • Experience in a retail, omnichannel, or consumer goods environment  
• Familiarity with S&OP / Integrated Business Planning processes  
• Experience with Power BI, ERP systems, or demand planning tools  
• Strong business acumen and understanding of cross-functional impacts on demand and inventory
** Who We Are
** At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values
** skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
**** How We Will Support Your Success
** We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your
** growth, well-being, and career advancement.
**** Benefits & Perks
*** Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Generous paid time off, including
** vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!**
* ** 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
** with a generous company match
* ** Pet Insurance
** and employer-paid
** Life Insurance
** options
* ** Professional Development:
** Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and
** career progression pathways
*** Employee Discount
** starting on Day 1**, plus exclusive partner discounts
* ** And so much more!
**** Our Culture & Core Values
** At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a
** positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment.
** Our core values-Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace;…