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The Senior Demand Planner is accountable for developing and maintaining an accurate, reliable, and actionable demand forecast that enables operational excellence, inventory optimization, and service-level performance. This role serves as the single-threaded owner of demand planning, synthesizing historical data, market intelligence, commercial inputs, and new-business signals into an integrated forecast that feeds S&OP and execution planning. 

The role partners closely with Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Product/Brand stakeholders and acts as the functional "quarterback" for demand planning, translating business signals into operationally feasible plans in a regulated manufacturing environment. 

Location: Portland, ME; Swedesboro, NJ hybrid or remote options
Job Type: Full Time
Compensation: This is an exempt role targeting a starting base pay range $80K-$110K for this position. (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Benefits: Eligible

How You'll Make an Impact 

Demand Forecasting & Analytics  

• Own short-, mid-, and long-range demand forecasts at SKU, customer, and channel level. 
• Develop statistical- and judgment-based forecasts using historical data, trend analysis, and business intelligence. 
• Evaluate forecast accuracy, bias, and drivers; lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions. 
• Incorporate new product introductions, customer onboarding (e.g., major accounts), and demand events into forecasts. 

S&OP & Governance  

• Serve as the demand lead within the S&OP process, ensuring demand plans are reviewed, challenged, and aligned cross-functionally. 
• Translate commercial inputs into clear supply and capacity requirements. 
• Facilitate demand review meetings and prepare demand scenarios for executive decision-making. 
• Ensure alignment between demand plans, financial forecasts, and operational constraints. 

CrossFunctional Integration  

• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer, and Product stakeholders to gather forward-looking demand intelligence. 
• Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, and Inventory teams to align plans with manufacturing and supply capabilities. 
• Provide visibility into demand risks, upside/downside scenarios, and mitigation options. 

Process & Capability Development  

• Improve demand planning maturity by standardizing processes, inputs, and governance. 
• Define clear demand ownership, inputs, and handoffs to eliminate reliance on ad-hoc or reactive planning. 
• Support roadmap development for demand planning tools and data infrastructure improvements. 
• Document standard work, forecasting assumptions, and planning methodologies. 

What We're Looking For 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Analytics, or related field. 
• APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar certification is a plus
• 5-8+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or S&OP 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into decisions 
• Experience partnering cross-functionally in complex organizations 
• Advanced Excel and forecasting tool proficiency
• Experience in regulated manufacturing (pharma, healthcare, life sciences, food, aerospace) preferred
• Familiarity with interim or advanced forecasting tools (e.g., statistical models, demand planning platforms) 
• Experience integrating demand planning into enterprise S&OP 

What You'll Love About Wedgewood 

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth and career development
• A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
• The ability to make a real impact on animal health every day
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefit coverages
• Company Paid Life Insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• Paid time off that increases every year
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Strong internal promotion and career development programs