Freelance Demand Planning Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Title: Demand Planning Manager

About Midea America

Midea America Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary within Midea Group, the Fortune 500 giant known for making life easier for millions around the globe. As the world’s top maker of home appliances, Midea is proud of its 166,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including here in the U.S.

Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J., with an innovation hub in Louisville, Kentucky, Midea America is dedicated to providing practical innovations that surprise and delight, creating moments to cherish at home.

Midea's lineup of appliances - from refrigerators to air conditioners, laundry solutions and floor care - are high quality, reliable, and affordable. By thoughtfully engineering performance, convenience, and design into every product, Midea delivers on the promise of every appliance to make your life a little easier

Job Summary:

The Manager, Demand Planning, will lead the end-to-end forecasting process for key retail and wholesale accounts, ensuring optimal product availability, forecast accuracy, and alignment with business objectives. This role requires close collaboration across cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Sales, Order Management, and Product Division (HQ), to deliver accurate and timely demand plans. The Senior Manager will play a critical role in driving the CPFR process, preparing and leading S&OP meetings, and ensuring that supply chain decisions are supported by accurate market and sales data.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Key Account Management – Directly manage demand planning operations for major accounts such as Lowe’s, Home Depot, Walmart, and Costco.
• CPFR Leadership – Lead CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) meetings for assigned accounts on a weekly and/or monthly basis, with deep engagement in the entire process.
• S&OP Leadership – Prepare and lead weekly or monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align forecasts, inventory, and supply strategies.
• PSI Management – Maintain and update channel PSI, Sell-In, and Sell-Out forecasts by account

• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with Product Management, Sales, Order Management, and Product Division (HQ) to gather, validate, and consolidate account-specific data.
• Aging Inventory Management – Partner with Product Management and Sales to drive depletion strategies for aging inventory, consolidating data and providing actionable insights.
• Reporting & Performance Tracking – Generate reports detailing forecast accuracy, sales performance comparing target, and promotional impact; continuously refine forecasting methods.
• Team Leadership – Lead the Demand Planning team, fostering collaboration, professional development, and operational efficiency.
• Technology & Automation – Utilize forecasting software and AI-driven tools to improve prediction accuracy and efficiency.
• Ad-Hoc Projects – Manage various ad-hoc tasks and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in forecasting tools, ERP/MRP systems, and advanced Excel; familiarity with data analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
• Process Expertise: Strong knowledge of CPFR, S&OP, inventory management, and forecast accuracy metrics.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex data clearly to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, drive collaboration, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Comfortable attending offices Monday to Thursday, Friday at home.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in consumer goods, appliances, or retail supply chain operations; familiarity with major U.S. retail accounts such as Lowe’s, Home Depot, Walmart, and Costco.

• Experience working with large datasets, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics.

Feature Benefits:

·         PTO,

·         Medical, Dental, Vision,

·         401K,

·         Comprehensive benefit package, to learn more, please visit Careers Page (midea.com) 

Midea America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.