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B8115 Bob's Discount Furniture LLC
Merchandise Demand Planner
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What they do
A Demand Planner creates demand forecasts and provides demand analysis and planning for a company. Analyzes sales data, monitors inventory, creates reports for company managers, and works to improve the accuracy of demand forecasts. May coordinate demand planning with sales, production or logistics departments.
$106,617 / year median in Connecticut
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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!
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; we're a team that supports and celebrates each other! Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field
- 3-5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or inventory planning
- Experience working with forecasting tools, data analysis, and reporting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and generate actionable insights
- Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Detail-oriented approach to planning and analysis Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role.