7,811 Demand Forecasting jobs in the United States

• Lead development and refinement of statistical demand forecasts at SKU, product family, and customer levels using quantitative models and historical data.
• Support and enhance the S&OP process by providing data-driven insights, forecast performance analysis, and scenario planning.
• Analyze price elasticity, POS and promotional lift to forecast demand shifts and optimize pricing strategies.
• Calculate and maintain safety stock levels and planning parameters using statistical models and variability analysis.
• Build and manage dashboards and reporting tools to visualize KPIs, forecast accuracy, and inventory trends.
• Design and deliver PowerPoint presentations that translate complex supply chain issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to align demand plans and drive business goals.
• Work with large datasets to perform advanced analytics , root cause analysis, and data cleansing using Excel and other tools.
• Continuously improve forecasting models, metrics, and data infrastructure.
• Consulting experience or exposure to high-paced, client-facing environments is a strong plus.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or related field; master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain analytics , demand planning , or a related function.
• Proficient in statistical forecasting techniques (e.g., regression, time series, exponential smoothing).
• Expert-level Excel skills including pivot tables, Power Query, advanced formulas, and VBA (a plus).
• Experience with dashboard creation using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP and planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Oracle, Anaplan, Kinaxis).
• Ability to distill and communicate complex analytics to a non-technical audience through strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with critical thinking skills, curiosity, and a collaborative attitude.
• Experience in a consulting role or cross-functional project work is a plus.

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to use a computer keyboard and view a monitor for extended periods of time.
• This role requires on-site presence Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere on Fridays.

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k and company match
• EAP & Employee Wellness Programs
• Volunteer Days Paid Time Off
• Free breakfast and lunch in the Stamford office

• Develop, implement, and refine sophisticated demand forecasting models using statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and historical sales data.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and product development teams to gather insights and incorporate market intelligence into forecast planning.
• Analyze sales trends, promotional impacts, and external factors (e.g., economic indicators, competitor activities) to identify forecast drivers and potential risks.
• Manage and maintain the integrity of forecasting data within relevant systems, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Monitor forecast accuracy metrics, identify root causes of discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Optimize inventory levels across the supply chain to balance service levels with holding costs, minimizing stockouts and obsolescence.
• Support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing reliable demand forecasts and scenario analyses.
• Identify opportunities for supply chain efficiency improvements related to demand planning and inventory management.
• Present findings, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts within the supply chain team.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics within the FMCG industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical forecasting techniques and software (e.g., ARIMA, exponential smoothing, regression analysis).
• Experience with advanced analytics tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in using ERP and advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, Kinaxis).
• Strong understanding of FMCG market dynamics and supply chain operations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex data insights effectively to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and experience in mentoring teams.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fully remote work environment.

• Develop, implement, and refine statistical and machine learning models for accurate demand forecasting across multiple product categories and markets.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, promotional activities, and external factors to identify drivers of demand.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Operations teams to gather input and align on forecast assumptions.
• Manage and maintain the integrity of forecasting databases and systems.
• Measure and report on forecast accuracy, identify root causes of errors, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop scenario-based forecasts to support strategic planning and risk assessment.
• Identify opportunities to leverage new technologies and data sources to enhance forecasting capabilities.
• Prepare and present detailed demand forecasts and supply chain insights to senior management.
• Monitor inventory levels and provide recommendations to optimize stock and reduce carrying costs.
• Contribute to Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes by providing accurate demand intelligence.
• Develop and mentor junior analysts within the supply chain team.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in demand planning and supply chain analytics.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. Master's degree preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in demand forecasting, supply chain planning, or a related analytical role within the FMCG industry.
• Proven expertise in statistical forecasting methods (e.g., ARIMA, exponential smoothing) and machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, time series models, gradient boosting).
• Proficiency in data analysis and manipulation using tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn), or R.
• Experience with demand planning software (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Oracle Demantra, Anaplan) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and their impact on forecasting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with S&OP processes is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

H-E-B's Corporate Planning and Analysis Team develops and maintains budgets and financial systems while providing current, reliable financial data, analysis, and technical information.

As a Senior Data Scientist, your archetype is a Business Decision Scientist. Your passions include building a framework to stitch cross domains learning and optimizing them toward mission-specific and multi-mission tasks, uncovering ML models causality relationships, creating an enterprise domain-specific reasoning system to boost actionable insights and optimize resources of machine learning process, and orchestrating reusable storytelling methodology to apply toward AI translation.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE. willingness to mentor?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS. skills to serve as technical lead to support decision-making for complex cross-functional business issues?
PASSION FOR RESULTS. ability to generate business-valued questions and data-driven solutions?

We are looking for:
- a creative data storyteller with measurable and predictive business recommendations

What is the work?
Analytics / Design & Development:
- Builds a framework to stitch cross domains learning; optimizes them toward mission-specific and multi-mission tasks
- Serves as expert specializing in AI interpretation and causality; uncovers ML model's causality relationships; builds framework to measure each model's bias, underspecification, and latent drivers with their connections
- Creates an enterprise domain-specific reasoning system to boost actionable insights and optimize the resources of machine learning process
- Orchestrates reusable storytelling methodology to apply toward AI translation
- Applies an inquisitive nature to creating ML / AI transparency to the business
- Applies AI reasoning into business action recommendations
- Applies AI research to accelerate business innovation

What is your background?
- A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience
- 7+ years of experience in a retail or retail-related decision science role
- Expertise in ML visualization flow
- Expertise in optimizing distributed machine learning in a heterogeneous domain environment

Do you have what it takes to be a Senior Data Scientist at H-E-B?
- Technical knowledge in programming languages: SQL, R, Python, Scala, Java, C/C++
- Technical knowledge in big data / ML optimization: GPU code optimization, Horovod, Spark MLlib optimization, Cython, JNI, Numba
- Technical knowledge in mainstream ML / AI: manifold learning, distributed clustering, graph network, hierarchical model, Bayesian network, deep learning, computer vision, NLP/NLU, reinforcement learning, meta-Learning, federated learning
- Technical skills to consider and apply causal reasoning representation and learning, and human-centric, explainable, responsible AI
- Ability as a creative storyteller and translator between business questions and ML solutions
- Ability to work comfortably with imperfect or incomplete data
- Ability to apply AI reasoning into business action recommendation

Can you.
- Work in a fast-paced retail environment with frequently shifting priorities
- Work extended hours; sit for long periods

Location: Ogden, UT (On-Site)

Reports To: VP of Supply Chain

Position Overview

The Senior Demand Planning Manager at Hydrojug will lead forecasting and demand planning activities across multiple product lines and regions. This role ensures accurate demand signals are integrated into supply, production, and financial planning processes, enabling optimal inventory and customer service performance. Experience should include projecting new product growth, managing product cannibalization, and addressing seasonality across omnichannel sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of statistical forecasts using historical sales, market trends, and predictive analytics.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to integrate business intelligence into demand planning.
• Drive consensus forecasting and align with S&OP process.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and bias; implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead scenario planning and risk analysis to support business growth.
• Manage and mentor demand planning analysts.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing, CPG, or technology.
• Proficiency with planning tools (ERP systems preferably Netsuite, Project Management platforms).
• Advanced Excel and statistical modeling skills.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or APICS/IBF certification preferred.

Benefits

• Benefits & Perks:Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Health benefits, PTO, and employee discounts.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing, innovative company with a strong mission.
• Career growth potential in a high-impact role.

“Let goodness, fairness, and most importantly, love prevails in business; profits will inevitably follow.” – NK Chaudhary, founder

Jaipur living is a socially conscious luxury brand with a passion for people, products, and design. A differentiated challenger brand, Jaipur Living is known for its beautiful rugs and textiles. Jaipur Living products can be found in the finest homes, and the company prides itself in providing only the highest quality products, a transparent and ethical supply chain, and distinctively thoughtful customer experience, with personalized support and custom offerings.

What we do for our team members:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Company Paid Holidays, PTO, Parental Involvement Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, EAP, No Cost Employee Medical Plan, Vision, Dental, and Company Paid Life Insurance. We also include a match on retirement (401K/Roth).
• Career Development: We're committed to providing growth for career development within the company, supporting our team members' aspirations with a well-defined succession plan that includes a variety of training and development opportunities.
• Pet-Friendly Workplace: We welcome your furry friends! Our 'Bring Your Dogs to Work' policy creates a pet-friendly atmosphere, allowing our team members to enjoy the companionship of their dogs during the workday.
• Wellness Support: Not only do we support an active lifestyle with our on-site basketball court and yoga studio, but we host quarterly mental health events to assist in creating a well-rounded work-life harmony for our team members.
• Sustainability Efforts: Reuse, Renew, and Refresh by joining our Green Team! Responsible for harvesting from the organic community garden, donating goods to local pet shelters and schools, creating educational workshops, leading nature walks, and much more, they promote well-being through sustainable practices.

Our Values

Empowerment • Inclusiveness • Responsibility • Progressive

Learn more about our company story here:

The Jaipur Rugs Foundation

Since 2004, the Jaipur Rugs Foundation has worked to improve the lives of rug-weaving artisans in India. This is done through training, skills development, and social interventions. By focusing on the ideas and solutions that create social value, the Foundation supports the dignity and heritage of these traditional artisans, believing that healthy and sustainable communities are key to the survival of traditional rug weaving. Jaipur Living has made ethical and socially conscious global citizenship the foundation of its business. Through social initiatives and the Jaipur Rugs Foundation, the company supports a supplier ecosystem without a middleman of more than 40,000 artisans in 700 villages across India by providing them with a livable wage, access to health care, leadership education, and opportunities for personal growth and development. Combining time-honored techniques and of-the-moment trends, every Jaipur Living product is as ethically and responsibly made as it is beautiful.

Learn more about the Jaipur Rugs Foundation here:

Overview

The Sr. Manager of Demand Planning & Forecasting will be responsible for leading the development and execution of demand forecasts that support our supply chain and business strategy. This role focuses on driving forecast accuracy, optimizing inventory levels, and supporting cross-functional initiatives across sales, merchandising, product development, and operations. The Sr. Manager will own the day-to-day forecasting processes while working to improve tools, methodologies, and collaboration within the planning ecosystem.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Forecasting & Planning Execution

• Develop rolling demand forecasts at SKU, category, and channel levels using historical data, sales trends, seasonality, and promotional calendars.
• Build and maintain baseline and adjusted forecasts to support new product introductions, discontinuations, and portfolio transitions.
• Support scenario planning by modeling the impact of various demand drivers such as pricing changes, marketing initiatives, and external events.

Inventory & Supply Chain Alignment

• Monitor forecast accuracy and collaborate with supply planning to adjust purchasing plans accordingly.
• Align forecasts with lead times, MOQs, and production schedules to support inventory turns and target fill rates.
• Partner with logistics to ensure inbound shipment plans align with forecasted demand and receiving capacities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Merchandising and Sales to translate product and promotional strategies into accurate demand projections.
• Attend weekly or monthly S&OP meetings to represent demand insights and advocate for forecast adjustments based on real-time data.
• Provide forecast-related insights and exception reports to Finance for cash flow and revenue planning.

Tools, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Manage and optimize Excel-based forecast models and contribute to tool improvements alongside IT or external consultants.
• Generate regular forecast accuracy, bias, and fill rate reports; investigate discrepancies and take corrective action.
• Recommend enhancements to planning processes, data sources, and cross-functional handoffs to reduce inefficiencies.

Stakeholder Communication

• Create and share weekly/monthly reports and dashboards to communicate key forecast updates, changes, and risks.
• Act as a knowledge hub for demand-related inputs across new product launches, dropship programs, and key accounts.

Skills & Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• 6–8 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, or inventory management.
• Proven ability to build and manage forecast models in dynamic environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and forecasting software; strong Excel and data visualization skills (Power BI preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective communicator with strong cross-functional collaboration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Finance, or related field.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of a job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remaining in a seated position for long periods of time
• Standing is to remain on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about
• The ability to alternate between sitting and standing is present when a worker has the flexibility to choose between sitting or standing as needed when this need cannot be accommodated by schedules breaks and/or lunch period
• Entering text or data into a computer by means of a traditional keyboard
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work to impart oral information to clients and talent and convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately and quickly
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as in person and telephone
• Clarity of vision to see computer screens and workspace