• Demand Planner

    Aston Carter (Seattle, WA)


    Job Title: Demand Planner

     

    Job Type: Contract

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Demand Planner to join our dynamic team. This role is responsible for developing statistical forecast models, supporting demand plan creation, and facilitating the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. The ideal candidate will analyze demand plans against business and financial objectives, identify gaps, and recommend strategies to improve forecast accuracy and supply chain efficiency.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Develop statistical forecast models using demand planning tools based on historical order data.

    + Adjust demand plans for promotions, events, new product launches, and product phase-outs.

    + Compare demand forecasts to business and financial plans; identify and resolve gaps through Demand Reviews within the S&OP process.

    + Track and report forecast accuracy; analyze root causes and recommend corrective actions.

    + Provide demand plans to support supply chain planning and maintain customer service levels in the absence of direct sales or category input.

    + Integrate data from sales, finance, and marketing to inform demand planning.

    + Recommend process improvements to enhance customer service and optimize inventory levels.

    + Build demand models that reflect changes in customer and product mix.

    + Adjust consensus plans based on forecast consumption, backlog, and supply constraints.

    Required Skills & Experience

    + 3+ years of experience in supply chain, forecasting, or demand planning.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.

    + Strong organizational and analytical skills.

    + Experience facilitating cross-functional S&OP processes.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with demand planning systems such as O9, SAP, or BlueYonder.

    + Sigma certification.

    + Familiarity with Tableau dashboards.

    + Background in retail or highly matrixed organizational environments.

    Work Environment

    + Highly collaborative and team-oriented setting.

    + Approximately 30–40% of time spent in meetings.

    + Cross-functional engagement, including coordination with a Canada-specific supply team.

    + Hybrid work model: four days in-office per week.

    + Strong internal mobility and career development opportunities.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.