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# SAP demand planner

- **Company:** Webilent Technology, Inc.
- **Location:** Bay Shore, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Big Data, SAP (Applications), SAP S/4HANA
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f95c9a3f-8353-414b-8bfa-4ee3837392b5

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
 * 3-7 years of demand planning or supply chain planning experience in manufacturing and/or distribution.
 * Strong, hands-on experience with enterprise ERP demand planning tools such as SAP demand planning tools (IBP, APO DP, ECC or S/4HANA).
 * Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
 * Experience participating in S&OP or integrated planning environments.
 * Understanding of inventory management, production planning, and distribution networks.

Key Skills & Competencies

 * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
 * Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
 * Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams.
 * Adaptability and ability to quickly learn systems and processes.
 * Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
 * Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
 * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Performance Expectations (Contract Phase)

 * Demonstrate accurate and reliable forecasting within the ERP.
 * Quickly ramp up on systems, products, and planning processes.
 * Build strong working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.
 * Show measurable improvement in forecast accuracy and planning discipline.
 * Contribute to process enhancements and S&OP effectiveness.
 * Exhibit readiness for conversion to a permanent role based on performance.

## Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our manufacturing and distribution organization in a contract-to-hire capacity. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts, supporting S&OP processes, and ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and inventory strategies.
The preferred candidate has hands-on experience with a major ERP platform, SAP preferred (IBP, APO, ECC or S/4HANA) and a proven track record of working in complex supply chain environments. This position will serve as an evaluation period for permanent hire based on performance, business needs, and cultural fit., * Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts using statistical models and business input across multiple product lines.

 * Execute demand planning processes within the current ERP ensuring accuracy and integrity of planning data. Experience with SAP (IBP, APO DP, ECC or S/4HANA Demand Management) is preferred.
 * Analyze historical sales data, market trends, customer inputs, promotions, and seasonality to refine forecast assumptions.
 * Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Manufacturing, and Distribution teams to build a consensus demand plan.
 * Participate in S&OP initiatives including demand reviews, forecast alignment, and executive presentations.
 * Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and key supply chain KPIs; identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
 * Partner with supply chain and production teams to align forecasts with capacity, lead times, and inventory targets.
 * Support new product introductions (NPI), product transitions, and end-of-life planning with demand projections.
 * Maintain planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, lead times) in ERP.
 * Generate reports and insights using available tools and analytics platforms to support decision-making.
 * Identify process improvements and assist in optimizing demand planning workflows and system usage.
 * Ensure smooth integration of demand signals into the broader supply chain planning process.