Demand Planner

General Summary

The Demand Planner forecasts for pre-season and in-season customer demand incorporating industry trends and business intelligence data from sales, merchandising, marketing, finance and other sources. This position is responsible for creating analytics which inform forecast direction and inventory decisions for assigned product categories and regions as a part of the company's seasonal and recurring monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. This role monitors demand planning metrics and methodology to drive continued improvement in forecast accuracy and target alignment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop product demand plans and analytics including style and color time-phased forecast for assigned business categories in support of company targets.

• Collaborate with Sales Planning, Merchandising, Finance and other groups to obtain data for new and refined demand forecasts, identifying risks and proposing opportunities.

• Summarize and present data and solicit feedback in forecast and planning meetings in partnership with Senior Demand Planners and Demand Planning management.

• Review inventory and available to sell (ATS) levels and create inventory flow models which support product service goals. Escalate issues and recommend actions to cross functional partners, manager or Senior Demand Planner.

• Gather, analyze and validate demand plan, forecasting accuracy, and trends. Recommend adjustments and apply analysis techniques to improve forecasting.

• Develop inventory strategies, targets and reporting to monitor obsolete or slow-moving products and ensure proper inventory levels are maintained.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Management, or related field or equivalent experience.

• 2+ years of professional experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain, analytics, and/or related fields. A broad understanding of the apparel/footwear industry and a wholesale marketplace preferred.

• High proficiency using Microsoft Excel and SQL and moderate experience using other Microsoft suite applications.

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) preferred.

• Proven experience analyzing data through business intelligence and visualization tools to develop forecasts and translate analysis into actionable recommendations. Experience working with statistical forecasts required.

• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal & presentation skills with proven impact influencing stakeholders across an organization.

• Able to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks and meet deadlines.

• Proactive in follow-through with business leaders, colleagues, and business partners, including a high degree of self-direction.

Travel Required

Up to 5% of work time will involve travel

Base Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 yearly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits.

Why Work at KEEN: Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that's on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.

At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.

KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.