Eberlestock ยท 21 hours ago
Demand Planner
Boise, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expEberlestock is a premium outdoor and tactical brand focused on performance and craftsmanship. The Demand Planner will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts, partnering with various departments to translate business insights into actionable plans, and continuously improving forecasting accuracy and planning processes.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end demand forecasting across assigned categories and channels, including short-, mid-, and long-range horizons
Establish and defend forecast assumptions, proactively adjusting plans based on business strategy, market dynamics, and performance trends
Lead scenario planning and risk modeling to support decision-making
Serve as a trusted planning partner for Sales, Marketing, Product, and Finance
Facilitate demand review and S&OP / IBP discussions with clear insights, risks, and recommendations
Challenge inputs constructively and drive alignment across competing priorities
Influence inventory strategies that balance service levels, working capital, and margin objectives
Identify risks related to excess, shortages, and obsolescence and recommend corrective actions
Connect demand plans for financial outcomes, supporting revenue and margin forecasting
Lead forecast accuracy, bias, and performance analysis at a category and portfolio level
Drive root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop dashboards and executive-ready reporting that improves planning visibility and trust
Execute procurement activities aligned to approved demand and inventory plans, including purchase order creation, timing, and quantity decisions
Translate demand plans into executable buy plans, coordinating purchase order submissions and delivery schedules in alignment with operational capacity
Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to ensure purchasing decisions are aligned with sales forecasts
Track purchase orders, inbound commitments, and lead time adherence, escalating risks, delays, or supply constraints to Operations leadership
Own and evolve demand planning processes, cadence, and documentation
Partner on system enhancements, forecasting tools, and ERP improvements
Mentor junior planners and influence planning best practices across the organization
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics
Proven track record of owning forecasts in complex, SKU-rich environments
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect demand planning to financial and operational outcomes
Experience leading or heavily influencing S&OP / IBP processes
Advanced analytical skills, including Excel and demand planning systems
Executive-level communication skills with the ability to influence without authority
Preferred
Experience in consumer goods, outdoor, apparel, or performance-driven product companies
Experience with international sourcing and long lead-time planning environments
Familiarity with forecasting tools such as Netstock, SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, or similar platforms
Experience scaling or maturing planning processes in a growing organization
Passion for the outdoors and alignment with the Eberlestock mission
Benefits
Generous tiered PTO allowance with an initial accrual level of 12 days annually
10 Paid Company Holidays
Two Medical Plan Options with 70% of employee-only premium paid by company
Optional Dental Coverage
Optional Vision Coverage
Company Sponsored 401K Plan with 4% employer match
55% Eberlestock Employee Discount (40% for purchases for friends and family)
"Pick a Pack" Gift following 90-day probationary period
Company
Eberlestock
Eberlestock is a sporting goods company.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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