Demand Planner

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

The Demand Planner supports the demand planning process for a key business category. This position is responsible for analyzing trends, building accurate demand forecasts in partnership with Sales and Marketing, and collaborating across teams to optimize inventory and support business goals. The individual in this position will collaborate closely with teams across Operations & Supply Chain Planning, Sales, Marketing and Finance to align demand with capacity and long-term business strategies. 

What You Will Do at Graco:

• Demand Planning Systems Management
  • Develop, analyze and maintain the demand plan system for assigned product categories to ensure forecast accuracy and business alignment.
  • Monitor business trends, seasonality and market factors that may impact demand, adjusting forecasts accordingly.
  • Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance data quality through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Communicate challenges and risks timely to ensure business continuity and informed decision-making.
• S&OP Process Management
  • Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain & Operations teams to align on demand assumptions, promotional impacts, and inventory strategies.
  • Partner with Product teams to create the demand planning for new product introductions by developing launch forecasts (including cannibalization) and adjusting plans based on early sales performance to ensure successful market entry.
• Capability Management
  • Identify and present data-driven insights and scenario modeling to influence strategic decisions.

What You Will Bring to Graco:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or supply chain analysis preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving results.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with planning systems or ERP tools (Oracle is plus).

Accelerators:

• Knowledge of Supply Chain and lean manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship). Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position. 

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

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The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation.  If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience.  In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees.  Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role.  Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.