What you will do

The Demand Planning Lead will be responsible for developing accurate and data-driven demand forecasts to support business planning and inventory management. This role works closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Category Management, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and drive forecast accuracy across multiple customer channels including Retail, Wholesale, and OEM. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in forecasting tools, and a deep understanding of demand planning processes to deliver high-quality insights and reporting that support business goals.

In addition, the Demand Planning lead will play a key role in managing and optimizing demand planning systems and software. This includes maintaining data integrity and working with IT and data teams to enhance tool capabilities and automation.

How you will do it

• Prepare a reliable 36-month unit forecast for assigned customers and channels using historical data, customer input, market trends, and statistical modeling.
• Support in key planning processes including demand reviews, Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP), Sales & Operations Execution (SOE), and other ad hoc reporting or analysis requests.
• Drive improvements in forecast accuracy and forecast attainment by monitoring performance metrics, identifying gaps, and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead the monthly demand review meetings, presenting forecasts, key assumptions, changes, and actionable insights for decision-making.
• Maintain the demand planning system by ensuring accurate master data, managing history loads, adjusting for new or discontinued products, and coordinating with supply points and sales regions.
• Generate and maintain statistical forecasts, adjusting model parameters to improve accuracy and reflect business realities.
• Provide actionable reporting on forecast accuracy, variance analysis vs financial plans, and changes from previous cycles.
• Collaborate with Sales to incorporate judgmental forecasts, account-level intelligence, and upcoming promotions or shifts in customer behavior.
• Monitor and analyze customer POS, inventory levels, and order trends to refine forecast inputs and support inventory planning.
• Support the planning process by providing ad hoc analysis and reports to supply planning, finance, and commercial teams.
• Continuously refine and optimize demand forecasting methodologies, tools, and models to align with evolving business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend forecast accuracy targets for different sales channels and product segments.
• Maintain and improve forecast tools and models for both mature products and new launches.

To succeed in this role, the Demand Planning Lead must demonstrate a strong blend of business acumen, analytical capability, and cross-functional collaboration skills:

• Business Acumen: Deep understanding of how various functions—such as sales, supply chain, finance, and operations—interconnect to drive business performance.
• Adaptability: Able to respond effectively to changing market conditions, shifting customer demand, and evolving business priorities.
• Resilience Under Pressure: Maintains focus, quality, and efficiency when managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical and Project Management Skills: Strong ability to plan, prioritize, and manage demand planning initiatives from end to end while interpreting complex data to drive decision-making.
• Communication: Clear, concise communicator with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships across teams and functions, promoting alignment and shared ownership of forecasting outcomes.
• Change Orientation: Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and is skilled at supporting adoption of new tools, methodologies, and ways of working.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Mathematics, or Statistics. An advanced degree is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or a related supply chain planning function, preferably within the automotive, manufacturing, or consumer goods industries.
• Hands-on experience with demand planning software, preferably O9 Solutions; familiarity with other platforms like Anaplan, Blue Yonder, or Logility is also valued.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and business intelligence tools, with the ability to extract, analyze, and visualize large datasets.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Hands-on experience with demand planning software, preferably O9 Solutions; familiarity with other platforms like Anaplan, Blue Yonder, or Logility is also valued.
• Professional certifications such as IBF (Institute of Business Forecasting), APICS CPIM/CSCP, or equivalent are preferred and demonstrate commitment to industry’s best practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and actionable format to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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