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TriMark USA · 1 day ago

Analyst, Demand Planning - Business Analytics

Lewisville, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. The Demand Planning Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate demand forecasts, optimized inventory levels, and seamless execution of planning processes while collaborating closely with various departments to align demand and inventory plans with business objectives.

Wholesale

Responsibilities

Execute accurate forecasting by leveraging statistical models and incorporating Sales and Category Management feedback

Perform regular forecast reviews (weekly/monthly) to identify variances, trends, or unexpected shifts in demand

Document key forecast changes and underlying assumptions to ensure transparency and repeatability

Conduct deep dive analysis to derive insights to improve forecasting and decision-making capabilities

Monitor forecast performance metrics and develop/execute action plans for improvements

Maintain and continuously refine inventory planning parameters to ensure alignment with demand variability, service-level targets, and supplier constraints

Monitor inventory positions daily/weekly to prevent stockouts, backorders, and unplanned service gaps. Conduct structured root-cause analyses to understand drivers and take proactive actions where required

Track and analyze inbound supply, identifying potential risks such as late shipments, short ships, supplier capacity issues, or transit delays; collaborate with Procurement and Operations to resolve exceptions

Execute inventory optimization initiatives by leveraging analytics

Partner with Sales, Procurement, and Category Management to monitor supply risks and implement contingency plans

Maintain high accuracy of all inventory-related master data and work with cross-functional partners to correct discrepancies in lead times, MOQs, pack sizes, order multiples, and supplier calendars

Ensure replenishment and inventory activities follow established SOPs and planning governance, contributing to consistency and discipline across the team

Drive continuous improvement and recommend enhancements to the inventory planning strategy, tools, and workflows

Own and lead the S&OP cadence end-to-end, driving inputs, alignment, and meeting flow across different departments

Actively “quarterback” the process by leading cross-functional preparation and accountability, ensuring every function comes with validated inputs and clear explanations

Apply analytics to integrate demand, supply, and inventory positions into a clear, forward-looking outlook that highlights service risks, excess exposure, and revenue impacts

Continuously improve the S&OP workflow, reducing manual effort, simplifying templates, and raising planning discipline across the organization

Reinforce a culture of preparation and follow-through, ensuring S&OP as a core business process that drives customer service and working-capital performance

Maintain high-quality planning master data (lead times, MOQs, min/max, safety stock, ABC classes) through routine audits and coordinated updates

Monitor system outputs, identify parameter or data issues, and drive timely corrections with cross-functional partners

Own documentation of planning processes, data rules, parameter definitions, and workflow changes to ensure clarity and long-term consistency

Support enhancements to planning tools and workflows, partnering with IT/Analytics and assisting with testing, training, and change adoption

Eliminate unnecessary manual work through automation, streamlined processes, and improved data visibility

Qualification

Demand PlanningForecastingInventory OptimizationAnalytical SkillsMS OfficeCross-Functional InfluenceContinuous ImprovementProactive CommunicationHigh-Performance MindsetStrategic ThinkingOwnership