Demand Planning Associate

Job Description & Responsibilities

Persistent Systems is seeking a Demand Planning Associate to join our team at our NYC headquarters.  The Demand Planning Associate will work closely and collaborate cross-functionally with teams including procurement, sales, production, field operations, engineering and logistics operations in support of a sales forecast and demand triggers.  This individual will leverage the intricacies of inventory levels to formulate and manage a robust shipment plan with real-time data integration and decision making to meet the on-time delivery of customer orders with precision and efficiency.

Position Responsibilities 

• Maintains the ERP systems process of demand planning and inventory functions of the product lines to support both material and finished goods requirements
• Support the growth of our supply chain analytical capabilities by developing new reporting metrics and solutions
• Research and review sales trends and demand drivers
• Conducts and provides analysis of key performance indicators (KPI) among product lines
• Monitors, identifies, and coordinates other internal and external inventory locations to improve supply efficiency and order fill rate
• Maintain and send out On-Time Delivery Report KPI
• Provide quick accurate response to Sales for Lead Time Requests
• Provide ad hoc inputs and analysis to others in the supply chain to maximize effective decision making

Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications 

• Must have a United States security clearance or the ability to obtain a United States security clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in supply chain, logistics and/or demand planning
• Strong proficiency in statistical and analysis and forecasting methods
• Proven experience with demand planning software, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Proficient with MS office suite (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macro)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, statistics, or a related field
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Any Level)
• Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and self-motivation

The total compensation for this role can vary from $76,000 to $93,000 a year based on the selected individual's education and experience. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and veterinary benefits. 

Company Overview

Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay®. The company’s industry leading R&D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay® system and technology. Wave Relay® is capable of running data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.