Demand Planning Manager
Demand Planning Manager
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13-04-2025
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At Fullscript were not just changing healthcarewere making it whole.
We help 100000 healthcare practitioners support 10 million patients with a platform that delivers evidencebased health solutions diagnostic support and practitioner toolsall in one place.
Healthcare today is disconnected. Were fixing that. Fullscript makes it easier for practitioners to treat the whole person not just symptoms so patients get the support they needwhen they need it.
Were building a better wayone where healthcare is connected complete and built for impact.
The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for developing and leading the demand planning function at Fullscript ensuring accurate SKU level demand forecasting and driving effective forward looking plans. This role will collaborate closely with commercial marketing finance category management and supply chain teams to develop and maintain robust item brand and category level demand plans. The Demand Planning Manager will leverage data analysis and market insights to choose best fit forecasting methodology creating strategic demand plans to optimize inventory and instock levels at scale enhance supplier relationships and bottomsup roadmap planningsupportingoverall business growth.
Key Responsabilities:
- Demand Forecasting:
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts based on historical sales data market and category trends statistical analysis and business intelligence
- Leverage implement and own best practices and strategic forecasting methodologies within replenishment planning software platform
- Collaborate with commercial marketing finance and supply chain teams to gather and incorporate input into demand forecasts driving consensus
- Utilize advanced forecasting tools and techniques to improve forecast accuracy and reliability at various time intervals out to 12 months
- Monitor forecast accuracy and category / brand / item level trends ensuring alignment with demand forecasts to prevent stockouts and excess inventory.
- Develop and implement forecasting framework (active vs. passive management) driving creation of the playbook for demand planning as a function inclusive of promotional management new item introduction product discontinuation seasonality and platform/product changes.
- Advise on inventory management strategies to optimize inventory turns and improve working capital based upon demand segmentation framework.
- Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure timely replenishment of inventory identifying supply and demand imbalance and risk.
- Analyze demand patterns market trends and customer behaviors to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Generate regular reports on forecast accuracy inventory levels and key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior management.
- Use datadriven insights to recommend actions and strategies to improve demand planning processes and drive category and brand strategy.
- Contribute to S&OP (SIOP) framework and develop SOPs for demand planning function
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance demand planning processes tools and methodologies including exception reporting.
- Implement best practices and industry standards to drive efficiency and effectiveness in demand planning.
- Conduct regular reviews of demand planning processes and make recommendations for improvements.
- Work closely with the Supply Chain Team ensuring supply and demand connectivity and transparency.
- Foster strong relationships with crossfunctional teams to ensure alignment and effective communication of demand plans andmajor shifts in sales velocity.
- Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders to review demand forecasts inventory status and market dynamics.
- Establish and provide guidance and training to team members on demand planning processes and tools.
- Lead and develop the future of demand planning at Fullscript
- Set clear objectives and performance expectations for team members and monitor their progress.
- Promote a collaborative and highperformance culture within the supplier organization as well as the broader Fullscript community
- Other duties as required
Functional Activities:
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Process Improvement:
Collaboration and Communication:
Team Leadership:
What You Bring To The Table:
- Proven and handson experience (ie 57 yrs) in demand planning forecasting and/or supply chain management.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and build from the ground up.
- Strong process development and implementation skills ability to work both strategically and tactically.
- Proven experience in demand forecasting inventory management and data analysis.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in replenishment/demand planning software and tools (e.g. SAP Oracle JDA Blue Ridge).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and tell stories with data.
- Strong leadership and team management skills prior leadership experience preferred
- Detailoriented with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced and dynamic environment with high adaptability to change and a bias for action.
- S&OP / SIOP experience highly preferred
- Bonus if you have educational credentials aligned to Supply Chain Management Business Administration Statistics or a related field.
Why Youll Love Fullscript:
- Market competitive compensation package including equity
- RRSP matching (CAD employees) // 401K matching (US employees)
- Flexible Personal Time Off policy
- Flexible benefits package and additional perks
- Employee discount on Fullscript catalog of products for family & friends
- Ability to Work Wherever You Work Well* (must be based within either USA or CANADA)
Why Fullscript
Great work happens when people are supported challenged and inspired. Here youll be part of a team that:
Values innovationwe push boundaries and always look for better ways.
Supports growththrough learning mentorship and meaningful work.
Cares about balancewith flexible work options and time off when you need it.
Apply nowlets build the future of healthcare together.
Fullscript is an equalopportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon requestemail for support.
Before joining the team all candidates who receive and accept an offer will complete a background check.
IN THE NEWS: Fullscript acquires Rupa Health
Required Experience:
Manager
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