Location: Toledo, OH or Chicago, IL
Compensation: $100,000 to $110,000
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven Manager or Senior Manager of Demand Planning to lead and evolve an integrated demand planning and S&OP process within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who enjoys building processes, partnering cross-functionally, and driving forecast accuracy in a growing organization.
The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning demand plans with commercial, financial, and operational objectives while supporting continuous improvement, data integrity, and high service levels.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the integrated demand planning and S&OP process, ensuring strong alignment across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Logistics.
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Own and continuously improve forecasting systems, tools, and processes, including customer-level forecasting and demand shaping techniques.
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Analyze forecast performance using metrics such as WAPE and Bias, identify root causes, and drive year-over-year accuracy improvements.
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Compile and interpret historical demand, promotions, market trends, syndicated data, and other inputs to support high-quality forecasts.
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Provide analytical support for new product launches, promotions, and marketing initiatives, including pre- and post-launch analysis.
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Manage ongoing volume forecasts to balance customer service levels with inventory, obsolescence, and working capital risks.
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Build strong partnerships with cross-functional peers and logistics teams to share best practices and support continuous improvement.
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Lead, coach, and develop the Demand Planning team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth.
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Prepare and deliver clear, timely reporting and insights to internal stakeholders and leadership.
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Support data integration efforts by connecting to databases and structured files, ensuring scalable and repeatable processes.
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Utilize tools such as Excel (Power Query, pivot tables), Access, and basic data modeling techniques to transform and analyze data.
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Participate in additional projects and initiatives as business needs evolve.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree required; Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
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7+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
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Experience leading or supporting formal S&OP processes.
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Prior people leadership experience strongly preferred.
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Working knowledge of demand planning or forecasting software; ERP experience a plus.
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Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; strong comfort working with large datasets.
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Proven ability to analyze data, communicate insights, and influence decision-making.
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Strong presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.
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Recognized as a trusted partner and subject matter expert within the business.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.
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Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable building processes where they may not yet exist.
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Limited travel may be required.
What We’re Looking For
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A collaborative leader who balances analytical rigor with strong business acumen.
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Someone who takes initiative, anticipates challenges, and drives action.
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A hands-on problem solver who enjoys improving processes and systems.
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A team player with the energy and adaptability to succeed in a growth-oriented environment.
Rachel Stewart
Senior Project Manager
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.