Demand Manager Westell Inc. - 3.6 Aurora, IL Job Details Full-time $105,000 - $120,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Statistics Procedural guides SAP Manufacturing facility experience Bachelor's degree Forecasting Business Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Full Job Description Demand Manager Westell | Aurora, IL | On-Site | Full-Time Meet Your New Role Ever watched a great conductor bring an orchestra together — every section coming in at exactly the right moment, nothing rushed, nothing late? That's you, but instead of violins and trumpets, you're syncing up Sales, Product Management, Purchasing, Production, and Engineering. And instead of applause, you get on-time deliveries and a supply chain that actually makes sense. We're looking for a Demand Manager to lead the monthly S&OP meeting, own the forecast, and be the person everyone comes to when they need to know "will we actually have this by the promise date?" If spreadsheets, statistical models, and cross-functional problem-solving sound like your idea of a good time — keep reading. What You'll Actually Be Doing Run the Show (S&OP Leadership) Organize and lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning meeting — the room where forecasting meets reality Help shape the strategies and policies that keep demand planning sharp Build the Crystal Ball (Forecasting) Develop, maintain, and continuously sharpen forecasts across the product line Dig into historical sales trends and demand drivers, build statistical models, and pressure-test your own results Get sharp on product lines and customer profiles so your forecasts are grounded in reality, not guesswork Keep Everyone on the Same Page Partner with Product Management and Sales to gather and validate forecasts Work with Purchasing to make sure material lead times actually match demand Coordinate with Planning to confirm production capacity can deliver on what's promised Be the connective tissue across the entire order-to-delivery chain — removing roadblocks before they become fire drills Keep an Eye on the Details Ensure Buy/Build-to-Order products are properly entered into the MRP system and backed by a solid production plan Monitor daily sales orders to confirm they line up with forecasts, production plans, and purchase orders What Makes You Great at This Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field (or equivalent experience) 3+ years in demand planning, supply chain, or similar in a manufacturing/distribution setting 2+ years leading the S&OP process — you know how to run a room and drive consensus Comfortable in MRP/ERP systems and forecasting methodologies (SAP experience? Even better) A natural cross-functional collaborator who can rally sales, purchasing, production, and engineering around a shared goal Sharp analytical and problem-solving instincts Strong communication skills — because half this job is getting people to agree on a plan The Fine Print On-site at our Aurora, IL facility Regular sitting, standing, bending, and walking Visual and auditory ability sufficient for clear written and verbal communication Why This Role Matters You'll own the forecast. You'll own S&OP. You'll be the person who turns "we hope we can deliver" into "we will deliver." If you like being the glue that holds a supply chain together — and getting real credit for it — this is your next move.

Pay:

$105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you managed Buy-to-Order or Build-to-Order product processes within an MRP system? Yes - How many years __ __ __ _

No Experience:

Manufacturing Environment:

3 years (Required)

Forecasting:

3 years (Required)

SAP:

3 years (Preferred)

SOP:

3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person