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Demand Planning Analyst

Pottstown, PA · On-site

$64K - $98K/yr

Worker Type Regular Summary We are currently seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to join our team. This position will assist in corporate-wide SIOP implementation and management of demand planning at ...

Leads and coordinates the demand planning process for assigned channel(s), ensuring accurate, timely, and strategically aligned demand plan inputs. This role is a key partner to the Senior Manager ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

Assists in day-to-day demand planning, including but not limited to developing a repeatable process, developing "one-off" and recurring demand analytics, and delivering the total demand and supply ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

The JR286 Demand Planning Temp will support our NIKE Accessory business with overseeing the appropriate demand and inventory levels for the duration of the assignment. This role works closely with ...

The Demand Planning Analyst will lead cross-functional processes between customer development, category/product/marketing, supply planning, financial planning and operational planning teams. These ...

Job Summary The Demand Planning Manager, will lead the development of accurate, data-driven demand forecasts and drive alignment across Sales, Operations, and Finance. The person will translate ...

Demand Planning Manager Imagine yourself... * Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impacton the world around you. * Growing your expertiseand expanding your skillset with every project.

Leads and coordinates the demand planning process for assigned channel(s), ensuring accurate, timely, and strategically aligned demand plan inputs. This role is a key partner to the Senior Manager ...

The Demand Planning Analyst will lead cross-functional processes between customer development, category/product/marketing, supply planning, financial planning and operational planning teams. These ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

We're looking for a Demand Planning Manager to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY! Who we are: At Safran Trusted 4D Inc., we're the world leader in Resilient Positioning, Navigation and ...

Demand Planning Analyst

Pottstown, PA · On-site

$64K - $98K/yr

Worker Type Regular Summary We are currently seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to join our team. This position will assist in corporate-wide SIOP implementation and management of demand planning at ...

Global Demand Planning Lead

Denver, CO · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Global Demand Planning Lead Location: Lakewood, CO (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100,500.00 - $134,400.00/year Overview: Global Manufacturer of Medical Equipment and ...

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How much do demand planning jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for demand planning in the United States is $101,463.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is demand planning?

A Demand Planning job involves forecasting customer demand to ensure that a company has the right products available at the right time. Demand Planners analyze historical sales data, market trends, and other factors to create accurate demand forecasts. They collaborate with supply chain, sales, and marketing teams to optimize inventory levels and minimize shortages or excess stock. Effective demand planning helps businesses improve service levels, reduce costs, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.

What are some of the main challenges faced in demand planning?

One of the primary challenges in demand planning is managing unpredictable fluctuations in customer demand, which requires constant adjustment of forecasts and close coordination with sales and operations teams. Demand planners must also balance the need to minimize stockouts without overstocking, which can impact working capital and customer satisfaction. Additionally, integrating and analyzing large amounts of historical sales data from multiple sources can be complex. Tackling these challenges effectively is highly valued by employers, as it ensures supply chains run efficiently and business goals are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in demand planning, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Demand Planning professional, you need a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in forecasting techniques, and typically a degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Experience with demand planning software such as SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, or advanced Excel modeling is often required, and certifications like APICS CPIM can be advantageous. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills help set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for accurately predicting customer demand, minimizing inventory costs, and ensuring seamless coordination within the supply chain.

Is demand planning a good career?

Demand planning is a strategic role that involves forecasting product or service demand to optimize inventory and supply chain operations. It requires analytical skills, proficiency with planning tools, and often offers opportunities for advancement and stability within manufacturing, retail, and logistics industries.
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Infographic showing various Demand Planning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,463 per year, or $48.8 per hour.

Demand Planning Analyst

AeroVironment, Inc.

Pottstown, PA • On-site

$64K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


AeroVironment rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
We are currently seeking a SIOP/Demand Planner to join our team. This position will assist in corporate-wide SIOP implementation and management of demand planning at AeroVironment. This position will recommend monthly forecast adjustments and assumptions to a cross-functional SIOP team to achieve consensus forecast by product line. Regularly review forecast trends and variances to minimize disruptions to operations and supply chain. Identify root causes for variances and present recommended solutions for approval. Assist in facilitating weekly/monthly/quarterly SIOP reviews with key stakeholders and decision-makers. Responsible for forecast maintenance in Oracle.
Position Responsibilities
  • Translates monthly demand into weekly buckets to meet supply/demand patterns. Maintain and reconcile rolling 5 quarters' forecast with consideration to Operations and Supply Chain capacity constraints.
  • Works with Master Scheduler to ensure weekly supply is aligned to customer demand.
  • Analyzes key customer accounts across business development to highlight trends with associated drivers, risks and opportunities to key stakeholders; Work closely with Finance; Use as a basis for minimizing forecast error
  • Responsible for demand planning accuracy metrics and assist in management of SIOP RAILs. Maintains SIOP metrics and RAILs
  • Responsible for forecast maintenance/consumption in Oracle and reconciliation to actual demand.
  • Works with BD and PLM to align product transitions, obsolescence, introduction, and changes to minimize financial impact to the business
  • Facilitate and support regular SIOP meetings to help ensure successful implementation of SIOP practice at AV
  • Recommending customer specific forecast based upon BD and Finance input to support operational execution to business plan for near term deliveries
  • Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, with little supervision, while applying company policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
  • Bachelor's degree in related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, or similar roles
  • Has an in-depth understanding of relevant demand drivers and how to apply the appropriate forecasting method to predict their impact in ongoing forecasts
  • Demonstrated proficiency in demand and supply planning methodology with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
  • Experienced in and knowledgeable of the supply chain and the impacts of forecasting on supply chain performance
  • Experienced using ERP Systems
  • Strong aptitude in analysis, root causes identification, and problem solving

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
  • APICS training is a plus
  • Communication skills: Able to easily communicate plan, reports, ideas and concepts to cross- functional teams and management
  • Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
  • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
  • Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
  • Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
  • Focused on teamwork, collaboration and putting the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands
  • Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
  • Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level
No Clearance
The salary range for this role is:
$64,500 - $98,250
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
About AV:
AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
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