Demand Planner

Description

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[Company Name] is an international manufacturer and distributor of toys and games, operating in 15 countries and reaching over 100 countries worldwide. At the heart of our business is a belief in great products and the magic of innovation. Our mission is to bring fun to every household, which we achieve through teamwork and clever collaboration. Learn more about [Company Name] at www.goliathgames.com/corporate.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our dynamic team in our Richardson, Texas office. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience in supply chain management in the CPG industry, including hands-on experience with inventory management, procurement, and sales analytics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze inventory levels and make data-driven recommendations to improve inventory turnover and reduce excess stock
• Support procurement activities by monitoring supplier performance, lead times, and purchase order accuracy
• Conduct sales and demand analysis to identify trends and align supply with customer needs
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key supply chain KPIs (e.g., fill rate, forecast accuracy, inventory on hand)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to ensure demand planning accuracy and product availability
• Build strong relationships with our Hong Kong team to understand lead times, production capacity, and factory requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline supply chain operations
• Assist in monthly forecasting, budgeting processes, and demand planning reviews taking product launches, promotions, and seasonal events into consideration
• Contribute to S&OP processes by providing data insights and analysis
• Use Excel and other analytical tools (Power BI, Tableau) to interpret large data sets and present actionable insights to stakeholders

Requirements

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• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Finance, or a related field

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, preferably within the CPG industry and working with key retailers. (Amazon, Target, Walmart, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, procurement processes, and sales analytics
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., XLOOKUP, pivot tables, charts, macros); experience with ERP or supply chain systems a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong business acumen and analytical thinking with the ability to translate data into insights
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across teams

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Knowledge of forecasting models and demand planning tools
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite

Benefits

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• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage your healthcare costs
• Paid time off to recharge when you need it
• Join a fun, dynamic and creative industry—working with toys and games brings its own rewards