Demand Manager

Recruiter, Talent Acquisition for The McAlear Group, Inc.

This position leads the demand planning process to ensure accurate forecasting, inventory optimization, and alignment between supply chain, sales, and operations. The Demand Manager analyzes market trends, customer data, and historical sales to develop reliable demand forecasts that support business goals and service‑level targets. The role collaborates cross‑functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to drive forecast accuracy, manage demand variability, and support strategic planning initiatives.

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts using statistical models, historical data, and market intelligence.
• Ensure forecasts reflect key business drivers such as promotions, seasonality, and product lifecycle changes.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify causes of variance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Lead cross‑functional meetings with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain to align on demand assumptions and strategic priorities.
• Communicate forecast insights and risks to leadership to support business decision‑making.
• Work closely with Operations to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and production or procurement plans.
• Facilitate and support monthly S & O P processes by providing demand insights, forecasts, and analysis.
• Present key demand metrics, forecast accuracy, and business implications during S & O P meetings.
• Partner with Finance to support revenue and budget forecasting.
• Analyze market trends, customer orders, and historical data to identify patterns and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards summarizing forecast performance, demand trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Utilize demand planning tools and ERP systems to manage data and improve process efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
• Evaluate and optimize demand planning systems, models, and methodologies.
• Support training and development of department in demand planning best practices.

• Participate in cross‑functional projects such as system upgrades, new product introductions, or process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with data validation or testing during implementation of new forecasting tools or ERP modules.
• Prepare ad hoc reports, presentations, or analyses for leadership as requested.
• Support documentation of demand planning procedures and process standards.
• Maintain planning calendars, meeting notes, and records related to demand planning activities.
• Provide occasional training or mentoring to team members or cross‑functional partners on demand planning concepts or tools.
• Attend professional industry conferences to stay current on forecasting trends and technology.
• Serve as a backup for related planning or supply chain functions during absences or peak periods.
• Provide support to inventory, supply, or planning teams as needed.
• Perform other related tasks or participate in company initiatives that support overall business objectives but fall outside the primary scope of demand management.

• Primarily office setting and requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, report preparation, and computer use.
• Occasional standing, walking, or reaching as needed to retrieve files or attend meetings.
• Occasionally lift or move materials up to 15 pounds.
• Visual acuity is required for viewing computer screens, reading reports, and analyzing data.
• Typical office environment with standard lighting, temperature, and noise levels.
• Standard business hours, with occasional extended hours during month‑end, forecasting cycles, or critical business deadlines.
• Interaction with cross‑functional teams, often through virtual collaboration tools.

• Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make sound, data‑driven decisions.
• Work effectively across departments to build consensus and align demand plans with…