Demand Planner - Walker Area
Job in
Walker, Kent County, Michigan, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
The Pivot Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Business
Business Systems/ Tech Analyst, Data Analyst, Business Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Demand Planner | Walker, MI
Salary Range: $66,000 - $99,000 depending on experience
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in demand planner? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Walker seeking experienced Demand Planners.
We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
The Opportunity
We are working with companies in Walker that are adding Demand Planners to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain demand forecasts for a portfolio of products.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product development to gather market intelligence.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional activities to improve forecast accuracy.
- Identify and address significant variances between actual sales and forecasts.
- Monitor inventory levels and work with supply chain to optimize stock.
- Utilize demand planning software and statistical models to generate forecasts.
- Participate in S&OP meetings to present demand forecasts and gain consensus.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in demand planning or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced planning tools.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills, with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification is a plus.
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification.
- Experience with advanced planning systems (e.g., Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP).
- Proficiency in SQL or Python for data analysis.
- Experience in a high-SKU, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Demand Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Inventory Planner, Forecasting Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst, Production Planner, Materials Planner, Operations Planner, Logistics Planner, S&OP Planner
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• Inventory
• Supply Chain
• Intelligence
• Support
• Development
• Operations
• Analysis
• Logistics
• ERP
• Visualization
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Demand
• Compensation
• Supply
• Supply Chain Management
• Product Development
• Data Visualization
• SAP
• Forecasting
• Manufacturing
• Excel
• Oracle
• Materials
• Administration
• Preparation
• Data Analysis
• Software
• Planning
• Business
• Marketing
• SQL
• Python
• Sales
• Management
Salary Package:
$ 66,000. (US Dollar)
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