Supply Chain Analyst

Position Overview

Sr. Demand Manager – This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX. The role offers a hybrid schedule currently (4 days in office, 1 day WFH) with plans to transition to fully onsite by April 2026. The candidate will be responsible for developing detailed sales and gross margin forecasts and working cross-functionally to drive supply chain performance. Compensation: $30.00 - $34.00/hr. Application Deadline: Jan 14, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop weekly store and SKU level sales and gross margin plans and forecasts.
• Model impacts of various promotional strategies on top-line sales and gross margin.
• Work closely with the Merchant to understand assortment strategies and recommend the optimal product mix.
• Partner with Product Marketing to incorporate product portfolio decisions into forecasts.
• Collaborate with the Inventory Manager to ensure adequate inventory supply by SKU and location, minimizing stock outs.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and insights to drive incremental sales and gross margin.
• Work with cross-functional partners to resolve forecast and demand issues and execute plans for predictable supply chain results.
• Analyze actual sales and sell-out data to identify deviations from the Demand Plan and act swiftly.
• Communicate product availabilities to the sales team and stakeholders, and update customers.
• Develop and execute product demand plans based on demand patterns and business trends.
• Provide solutions by researching system capabilities, standard processes, and best practices.
• Coordinate projects including new product launches and lifecycle changes.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS college degree required or its equivalent.
• 8-10 years of experience in inventory supply planning, material/demand planning, Demand Management/Planning/Inventory Management, or strategic sourcing.
• Thorough understanding and hands-on experience with supply chain processes to identify and collaborate with appropriate teams for inventory control.
• Solid grasp of master scheduling, forecasting, procurement, and demand planning principles.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (iSeries, Oracle, SAPJDA) and MS Office tools including Excel and Access, with experience in formula-driven spreadsheets, charting, and database querying.
• Comfortable with various ERP systems and their functionalities.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Able to work flexible hours and travel as required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with and influence personnel at various levels.
• Self-starter with a high level of personal accountability and innovative thinking.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA.
• APICS or other forecasting certification.
• Experience using Replenishment and Fulfillment software.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental & vision.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).