Demand and Supply Planner

Demand and Supply Planner

Restaurant Technologies is hiring a Demand and Supply Planner. This role is responsible for developing and implementing supply chain strategies, overseeing demand forecasting, and optimizing inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. They lead cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and contribute to the overall success of the supply chain.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 annually, plus a 10% bonus opportunity. Please note that the base salary will vary based on experience, geographic location and market conditions. 

Location & Travel: 

RTI values in-person collaboration and seeks team members who share that value, recognizing the importance of being onsite for meetings and unplanned collaboration. Priority will be given to candidates who are currently located in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area and embrace flexible hybrid work arrangements. Secondary consideration may be given to fully remote qualified candidates located in the continental US. Anticipated travel is 10-15%, as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demand Forecasting: Create and maintain accurate demand forecasts based on sales trends, historical data, and market intelligence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead or participate in S&OP processes to align supply, demand, and business objectives;  Analyze and reconcile supply-demand gaps, drive scenario planning; Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to align forecasts and plans.
• Supply Planning: Develop integrated supply plans aligned to the demand forecasts by collaborating with repair, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely and efficient fulfillment of demand (from suppliers, repaired or manufacturing or mixed)
• Inventory Management: Optimize Depot and Corporate inventory levels for the whole business to minimize excess/obsolete stock while ensuring sufficient availability to meet customer needs.
• Process Improvement: Identify risks and opportunities within the supply-demand network and recommend adjustments.
• Performance Reporting: Develop, analyze and present forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory health reports and dashboards to senior leadership. 

Required Qualifications:   

• Minimum of 3 + years MRP demand planning, supply chain planning, or inventory management.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience working with Oracle or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent computer skills, especially in Excel to aggregate/summarize large amounts of historical data and identifying trends or problems
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities High sense of ownership and commitment to performance excellence.
• Communication Skills: Ability to explain complex data to non-technical stakeholders (ie. Sales, Marketing, Finance).
• Collaboration: Strong cross-functional collaboration skills 
• Understanding of Supply Chain Principles: Deep knowledge of how demand impacts inventory, production, and distribution.
• Business Acumen: Understand how market trends, sales strategies, and external factors impact demand.

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Influencing Skills: Ability to challenge assumptions and drive alignment in S&OP processes.

Inclusive Employer
At Restaurant Technologies, we celebrate diversity, believe in equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; we’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.”

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us by email at [email protected] or call 1-888-796-4997.

Restaurant Technologies is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Culture & Benefits

Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our comprehensive benefits include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We’ve cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We’ve earned recognition as a “Best Place to Work,” by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota’s Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we’ve earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner.

Who We Are

Restaurant Technologies is the leading provider of highly innovative and value-enhancing bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. Our solution is environmentally sound, highly efficient and creates a safer, more productive work environment for restaurant personnel. With over 35,000 existing customers we are an established, profitable mid-sized company poised for double-digit growth in the coming year. We are headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota with a growing number of sites strategically located across the U.S. serving over 41 metropolitan markets.