Demand Planning Manager II

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin's Electronic Controls & Motion Division serves mobile and industrial markets with advanced electric and electronic control systems, linear and rotary electric actuators and positioners, drives for electric motors, and HMI. This combination of products and worldwide engineering and manufacturing capabilities allows the division to serve customers at a component level on through complex electronic and electromechanical systems, giving OEMs the building blocks they need to design and scale their electrified machines.

Position Summary

Demand Planning Manager II

The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the demand planning process to ensure optimal inventory levels and alignment with business objectives. This role involves analyzing historical sales data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing forecasting tools to develop accurate demand forecasts. The Demand Planning Manager will play a critical role in maintaining customer satisfaction while minimizing excess inventory and stockouts. The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for analyzing, planning and managing the flow of materials to ensure they are provided according to schedule.

Responsibilities:

Demand Forecasting:

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and seasonal variations to create accurate demand projections.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to incorporate promotional plans and market insights into forecasts.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure alignment with demand forecasts to optimize stock availability and minimize excess inventory.
• Establish safety stock levels and reorder points based on demand variability and lead times.
• Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure timely replenishment of inventory.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Liaise with cross-functional teams to align demand planning with production schedules, sales strategies, and marketing initiatives.
• Facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to review forecasts, discuss potential issues, and adjust plans as necessary.
• Communicate demand planning metrics and performance to senior management.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the demand planning function.
• Implement best practices and tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning and inventory management.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Utilize demand planning software and analytical tools to generate reports and dashboards that provide insights into demand trends and forecasting accuracy.
• Prepare and present demand planning reports to management, highlighting key findings and recommendations. Manages and prepares division inventory relating to records, tracking materials, changing business activity, quality of materials and stocking levels. Works closely with procurement to ensure reorder processes and timely delivery of materials are in place.

• Administers the development and implementation of an aggressive inventory reduction program limiting the Divisions exposure to excess inventory cost. Adjust inventory levels associated with any backlog production.

  
  

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Proficiency in demand planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VBA and Macros) and other data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline is required; preferred in Supply Chain
• 7+ years related experience in Demand Planning roles

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $113,680 to $199,055 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.