How to hire a demand planning analyst

How to hire a demand planning analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step demand planning analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a demand planning analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new demand planning analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the demand planning analyst you need to hire. Certain demand planning analyst roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A demand planning analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, demand planning analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of demand planning analysts and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Demand Planning Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Demand Planning Analyst	Market research analysts study market conditions to examine potential sales of a product or service. They help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price.	$30-50
   Research Internship	A research intern is responsible for assisting the research team with conducting an investigation, compiling information, and analyzing results for an organized research study. Research interns' duties also include understanding the work processes and operation procedures, sharing strategies and recommendations on research methods, reaching out to appropriate research correspondents, managing clients' inquiries and concerns, keeping important client records for reference, studying current market trends, and maintaining the eagerness to learn... Show more	$12-28
   Marketing Internship	Marketing interns are usually marketing students or fresh graduates who are interested in getting actual work experiences before taking on a full-time job. They usually have an interest or academic background related to marketing... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Demand Planning
   • Supply Chain
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Logistics
   • Demand Forecasts
   • ERP
   • Inventory Management
   • Supply Chain Planning
   • MRP
   • SQL
   • Market Trends
   • Statistical Models
   • Customer Demand
   • POS

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   Responsibilities:

   • Initiate, design and lead ERP software training program that is still used by leading industry manufacturer.
   • Manage cross-functional team which successfully create a manual for ISO 9000 certification and develop a training program for new hires.
   • Gather retail POS data and collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, and operations personnel to support business planning.
   • Request and update in ERP system ship dates from vendors.
   • Analyze and approve over 80 Christmas programs which include over 700 SKUs.
   • Gather and organize information require for product setup for all Sony U.S. customers.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your demand planning analyst job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A demand planning analyst salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a demand planning analyst in Florida may be lower than in California, and an entry-level demand planning analyst usually earns less than a senior-level demand planning analyst. Additionally, a demand planning analyst with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average demand planning analyst salary

   $81,450yearly

   $39.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level demand planning analyst salary

   $63,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

   Average demand planning analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$108,798	$52
   2	Washington	$100,307	$48
   3	Texas	$84,725	$41
   4	Virginia	$84,253	$41
   5	New York	$81,926	$39
   6	Michigan	$79,907	$38
   7	Colorado	$78,835	$38
   8	Illinois	$78,626	$38
   9	Tennessee	$78,436	$38
   10	Georgia	$77,928	$37
   11	Minnesota	$76,902	$37
   12	Connecticut	$76,761	$37
   13	Arizona	$76,274	$37
   14	Missouri	$72,024	$35
   15	Wisconsin	$67,891	$33
   16	Indiana	$63,591	$31
   17	Florida	$62,764	$30
   18	Kansas	$59,258	$28

   Average demand planning analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Google	$123,552	$59.40	15
   2	Apple	$119,660	$57.53	8
   3	Five Below	$107,981	$51.91	6
   4	Amazon	$105,185	$50.57	83
   5	7-Eleven	$104,796	$50.38	2
   6	NVIDIA	$103,570	$49.79	5
   7	Barnes & Noble	$100,369	$48.25	3
   8	Microsoft	$99,618	$47.89	26
   9	Dole	$99,509	$47.84
   10	The Wonderful Company	$96,981	$46.63
   11	Autodesk	$95,969	$46.14
   12	Eastman	$91,971	$44.22
   13	The Dow Chemical Company	$91,256	$43.87
   14	Mars	$90,741	$43.63	3
   15	NYISO	$90,266	$43.40	1
   16	Micron Technology	$87,388	$42.01	4
   17	Western Digital	$86,967	$41.81	10
   18	BD	$86,958	$41.81	2
   19	Standard Motor Products	$86,171	$41.43	2
   20	C&S Wholesale Grocers	$86,001	$41.35	5

4. Writing a demand planning analyst job description

   A demand planning analyst job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a demand planning analyst job description:

   Demand planning analyst job description example

   At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.
   
   If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.
   
   Job summary:The Demand Analyst will align to the short and longer term operational strategy offering support and up to date information related to commercial forecasts and demand requirements. The Demand Analyst position is responsible for executing and maintaining forecast models and part segmentation for all products globally. More specifically, coordinating statistical demand planning for all product lines to generate accurate demand requirements on a rolling monthly basis and providing statistical forecast summary as input to development of consensus Demand Plan by Demand Planner with the goal of enabling operations to manage capacity planning and to procure materials in a timely manner to meet customer and business needs.Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Develop statistical forecast models via SAP MRP monitor, communicating proactively with demand planner on significant changes in demand ensuring actions are taken to ensure customer expectations are met with regard to lead time and delivery. Make recommended adjustments to forecast and inventory strategies based on changes in demand and market trends. Maintain demand on new products and product phase-outs where system generated historical forecasts are not applicable. Maintain product level segmentation utilizing SAP's MRP monitor to generate manage inventory strategies (make to order, make to stock, safety stock) on existing products. Manage inventory strategies utilizing SAP's Inventory Optimization tools, establish safety stocks where appropriate. Design and generate weekly and monthly statistical forecast reports, in SAP to enable MRP operation. Continuously improve forecasting techniques, method and approach within the MRP Monitor tools. Maintain inventory management strategies as determined by MRP Monitor product segmentation. Provide input to volume planning (latest estimates/annual process) Maintain demand planning system and software - SAP MRP Monitor Enter and modify data and ensure the correctness of product hierarchy and material groups Monitor trends in forecast accuracy Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planning process Required Minimum QualificationsEducation/Certifications: BA/BS college or equivalent experience Skills and Experience:Essential Job Functions 3-5 years' experience in material requirements planning, forecasting, and demand planning. Proven ability to learn and adapt to new technology and processes Experience using ERP/MRP statistical analysis and other MRP functionality Knowledge of demand management/forecasting Experience working in an inventory management environment Excellent attention to detail Knowledge of SAP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills Ability to prepare clear, sound and accurate, informative and legible reports Job EnvironmentPhysical Requirements:Standing Rarely (0-15%) Sitting Frequently (46-100%) Lifting Up to 10lbs without assistance Carrying Up to 10lbs without assistance Walking Rarely (0-15%) Hearing Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s) Vision Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses Mental Requirements:Problem Solving Frequently (46-100%) Making Decisions Ability to make decisions that have a moderate impact Supervise Frequently (46-100%) Interpret Data Frequently (46-100%) Organize Frequently (46-100%) Read/Write Frequently (46-100%) Communication Frequently (46-100%) Work EnvironmentHigh Temperatures Rarely (0-15%) Low Temperatures Rarely (0-15%) Noises Moderate (business office with computers, printers and light office noises) Fumes Exposure Rarely (0-15%)
   
   Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.
   
   We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, 401K savings plan, paid time-off, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.
   EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
   
   Greene, Tweed, a Federal Contractor, is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
   
   NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right demand planning analyst for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your demand planning analyst job on Zippia to find and attract quality demand planning analyst candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as swipe files, exit five, marketinghire, american marketing association.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit demand planning analysts, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new demand planning analyst

   Once you have selected a candidate for the demand planning analyst position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new demand planning analyst. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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