Demand Planner (Manufacturing Experience Essential)

Waukegan, IL
$70,000 - $90,000 + Benefits
Monday - Friday | Days | Onsite
Direct Hire | Manufacturing

We're recruiting for an experienced Demand Planner to join a well-established manufacturing business supporting high-volume production operations across North America.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of demand forecasting, production planning and supply chain coordination, ensuring accurate forecasting and efficient manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and production plans
• Monitor production schedules, planning dates and supply chain risks
• Analyse forecasting trends, shortages and inventory requirements
• Produce demand planning reports, KPIs and forecast analysis
• Support high-priority production campaigns and planning activities
• Coordinate planning schedules with Production, Purchasing and Supply Chain teams
• Maintain ERP/MRP planning data and reporting accuracy
• Update planning documentation and standard operating procedures
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities across planning processes

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years' demand planning or production planning experience within manufacturing
• Strong ERP/MRP systems experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
• Experience with forecasting, inventory planning and production scheduling
• Manufacturing experience within consumer goods, packaging, industrial or similar environments
• Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field preferred

Benefits

• $70,000 - $90,000 salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Program
• Comprehensive benefits package

Apply

Click Apply or contact:

Sam Wild

Reference: 2711

Commutable from: Waukegan, Gurnee, Kenosha, Libertyville, North Chicago, Vernon Hills, Mundelein and Lake Forest.

Relevant Job Titles: Senior Demand Planner, Demand Planner, Demand Planning Coordinator, Supply Chain Coordinator, Production Planning Coordinator, Planning Analyst, Forecast Analyst, Inventory Coordinator, Supply Chain Analyst, Materials Coordinator, Production Scheduler.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Axion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

At Axion Recruitment, we partner with manufacturers across the United States to help them hire the engineers, technicians, and operational leaders that keep American industry running.