Director of Demand and Supply Planning

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Director of Demand and Supply Planning to join our AP Emissions team in the automotive aftermarket manufacturing industry. AP is a rapidly growing company looking for proven experience excelling in a fast-paced environment leveraging cross-functional influence and direct leadership to successfully lead the SIOP process. This role is responsible for forecasting customer demand ensuring product availability optimizing inventory levels and aligning supply chain operations with business goals across three different manufacturing facilities. Youll help our company build out a planning cycle process. You will work cross-functionally with Sales Operations Procurement and Production to support customer satisfaction while minimizing costs and excess inventory.

Key Responsibilities:

Demand Planning:

• Develop and maintain monthly and weekly demand forecasts using historical data market trends customer input and promotional plans.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to integrate commercial insights into forecast planning.
• Monitor and adjust forecasts based on changes in demand patterns new product introductions or discontinued SKUs.
• Analyze forecast accuracy and implement continuous improvements.

Supply Planning:

• Translate demand forecasts into supply plans production schedules and procurement requirements.
• Coordinate with production planning procurement and logistics to ensure supply meets demand.
• Optimize inventory levels across warehouses and distribution centers to reduce stockouts and obsolescence.
• Manage supply constraints and develop mitigation strategies to avoid customer service disruptions.

Inventory & Performance Management:

• Monitor KPIs such as inventory turnover service levels forecast accuracy and capacity utilization.
• Conduct root cause analysis of variances and propose corrective actions.
• Implement best practices in demand-supply balancing and inventory optimization.

Systems & Tools:

• Utilize ERP and advanced planning tools.
• Maintain accurate master data including lead times order quantities and safety stock levels.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• This individual must have experience leading various aspects throughout the value chain. The ideal candidate should be highly process-driven and understand general best practices in similar environments and have worked in a high growth commodity product environment. The right candidate will have demonstrated the ability to continuously improve our logistics performance and manage complex customer needs.
• 10 years of experience in demand and/or supply planning preferably in the automotive aftermarket or related manufacturing sector.
• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or related field preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with forecasting tools ERP systems and Excel.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodology
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing MRP and inventory control methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
• Internally driven and self-motivated.
• Customer and continuous improvement focused.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.