Hartzell Propeller · 22 hours ago
DEMAND PLANNING & FORECAST ANALYST
Piqua, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHartzell Propeller LLC is a world-class engineering and manufacturing company specializing in propeller systems for aviation. The Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst plays a critical role in managing the forecasting process, collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment and accuracy in demand planning and production execution.
ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Own and continuously improve the weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual demand forecast for propellers, spinners, governors, blades, and de-ice products
Ensure forecast accuracy by validating assumptions, identifying outliers, and incorporating historical trends, backlog, customer commitments, and operational constraints
Load, maintain, and validate forecast data in the forecasting system and ERP/MRP to support a feasible and executable production plan
Establish and maintain appropriate forecasting methodologies at the item and family level, including lifecycle management for new, transitioning, and obsolete products
Perform month-end forecast cycle processes, reconciliation, and uploads to ERP/MRP systems
Serve as the SIOP process owner, driving cadence, structure, and accountability across the organization
Lead monthly SIOP meetings, presenting demand outlooks, risks, opportunities, and reconciliation of forecast vs. actual shipments
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial teams to align demand plans with capacity, inventory, and financial targets
Ensure executive-level visibility to demand risks, constraints, and trade-offs
Lead the monthly risk meeting, proactively identifying risks to the forecast and collaborating with a cross functional team to mitigate those risks
Maintain clear documentation of risks, actions, owners, and timelines
Own safety stock policies and parameter maintenance to balance customer service level targets with inventory investment
Lead the Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory review process, partnering with a cross functional team to determine the appropriate disposition decisions on a part level basis
Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventory trends and recommend corrective actions
Support and enable on-time delivery (OTD) performance through accurate demand signals and proactive communication of forecast changes
Collaborate with production planning and scheduling teams to resolve demand-driven constraints impacting delivery performance
Develop and maintain a robust suite of demand and inventory analytics, including:
Forecast accuracy metrics
Unit Forecast vs. actual shipment analysis
Inventory turns, safety stock effectiveness, and E&O trends
Production plan alignment and demand variability
Provide clear, concise narratives that translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership
Ensure item/unit level sales forecast is properly input into the forecasting software (Futurcast) and maintained for accuracy
Ensure master data integrity related to demand planning parameters
Evaluate and recommend enhancements to forecasting tools, processes, and technologies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecast accuracy, process efficiency, and cross-functional alignment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred (supply chain, operations management, business or related field)
3-5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, production planning or supply chain analytics within a manufacturing environment
Experience supporting SIOP or integrated business planning processes strongly preferred
Strong understanding of time-phased forecasting methods and demand variability
Experience working with ERP/MRP and forecasting systems
Understanding of production planning, capacity constraints and inventory dynamics
Ability to align demand plans with operational realities
Advanced Excel skills for analysis and modeling
Ability to build clear, actionable reports and dashboards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lead cross-functional discussions and influence without direct authority
Builds Strategic Working Relationships – Collaborates effectively across functions and levels to achieve shared objectives
Decision Making – Analyzes complex data sets, evaluates trade-offs, and drives sound, timely decisions
Initiates Action – Proactive, curious and motivated to improve systems and processes
Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities
Work Standards – Holds self and others to high standards of accuracy, accountability, and execution
Preferred
Experience supporting SIOP or integrated business planning processes strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Hartzell Propeller
Hartzell Propeller Inc. is the global leader in advanced aircraft propeller and airplane propeller design.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2025-12-29
2025-10-11
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