How to hire a demand planning manager

How to hire a demand planning manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step demand planning manager 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 manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new demand planning manager
• 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 manager you need to hire. Certain demand planning manager roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   Hiring the perfect demand planning manager also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of demand planning manager salaries for various roles:

   Type of Demand Planning Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Demand Planning Manager	Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services. They work with art directors, sales agents, and financial staff members.	$36-69
   Manager, Field Marketing	A field marketing manager oversees a company's field marketing operations, aiming to improve brand awareness and reach sales goals. Their responsibilities primarily revolve around devising marketing strategies, participating in organizing campaigns and trade shows, setting objectives for the team, and monitoring the progress of marketing programs, ensuring they are functioning effectively and efficiently... Show more	$32-61
   Product Manager	A product manager is responsible for ensuring product development, providing the best marketing strategies, and effectively handling the sales and marketing team. Product managers' duties include monitoring the market trends and conditions, identifying business opportunities and plan initiatives, and collaborating the product launch process with the appropriate departments... Show more	$38-73

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Forecast Accuracy
   • KPIs
   • Logistics
   • Capacity Planning
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Supply Chain Planning
   • Demand Management
   • Demand Planning
   • Demand Review
   • Process Improvement
   • ERP
   • Inventory Management
   • Demand Forecasts

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage the in-house RMA process, which include ERP deployment.
   • Lead successful implementation of QAD ERP system on time and $226k under budget.
   • Identify specific organizational structure and system requirements need to achieve CPFR.
   • Develop and manage dual eligible program for Medicare and Medicaid recipients.
   • Manage communication between key areas of logistics within division including transportation, warehouse, production, sales and senior management.
   • Develop efficient reporting system including KPIs to measure and track demand planning efficiency.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your demand planning manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A demand planning manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, demand planning managers' average salary in nebraska is 40% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level demand planning managers 48% less than senior-level demand planning managers.
   • Certifications. A demand planning manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a demand planning manager's salary.

   Average demand planning manager salary

   $104,519yearly

   $50.25 hourly rate

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   Entry-level demand planning manager salary

   $75,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

   Average demand planning manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$140,435	$68
   2	Massachusetts	$113,047	$54
   3	Ohio	$112,531	$54
   4	New Jersey	$110,039	$53
   5	Connecticut	$105,885	$51
   6	Pennsylvania	$105,860	$51
   7	Washington	$105,508	$51
   8	Arizona	$101,503	$49
   9	New York	$101,396	$49
   10	Texas	$97,070	$47
   11	Utah	$96,981	$47
   12	North Carolina	$92,903	$45
   13	Indiana	$91,563	$44
   14	Missouri	$90,905	$44
   15	Vermont	$90,887	$44
   16	Colorado	$89,309	$43
   17	District of Columbia	$89,145	$43
   18	Illinois	$87,327	$42
   19	Georgia	$87,079	$42
   20	Wisconsin	$83,043	$40

   Average demand planning manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$180,712	$86.88	587
   2	Google	$173,568	$83.45	208
   3	Pure Storage	$161,598	$77.69	3
   4	Flexport	$160,283	$77.06	7
   5	Atlassian	$159,937	$76.89	2
   6	Apple	$158,076	$76.00	29
   7	LinkedIn	$147,232	$70.78	3
   8	Zoox	$142,740	$68.63	25
   9	Snowflake Computing	$142,700	$68.61	4
   10	Citrix	$141,745	$68.15
   11	First Solar	$139,806	$67.21
   12	Pluralsight	$137,434	$66.07
   13	Rubrik	$137,178	$65.95	1
   14	Fitbit	$136,763	$65.75
   15	Chewy	$136,616	$65.68	5
   16	Tellabs	$135,893	$65.33
   17	Arcadia Biosciences	$134,813	$64.81
   18	Western Digital	$132,478	$63.69	17
   19	Amazon	$131,762	$63.35	363
   20	Cisco	$131,524	$63.23	28

4. Writing a demand planning manager job description

   A demand planning manager 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 manager job description:

   Demand planning manager job description example

   Job Title
   Sr. Demand Planning Manager- REMOTE
   Location(s)
   US Remote - CT, US Remote - GA, US Remote - IL, US Remote - IN, US Remote - MA, US Remote - NH, US Remote - NJ, US Remote - NY, US Remote - PA, US Remote - RI, US Remote - TX
   Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
   
   Assure execution and actions for the monthly SIOP (Sales and Operations Planning) meeting for each business segment with the factories to properly project and deliver the forecast Establishing and maintain operating mechanisms within all regions to ensure data consistency Assure management of all key item attributes to drive optimal forecasting and requirements planning Support New product Introductions by reviewing and managing all planning-based attributes in SAPManage recurring monitoring of sales versus foresat during the month to drive actions where required.Effectively liaising with product managers to involve them in supply issues, resolutions, on NPI rollout and phase-in/phase-out Establish a process for monitoring factory capacity Assessing forecast accuracy and analyzing inaccuracy drivers; understanding the impact on inventory and identify potential actions with regions or centrally Clearly communicating status updates to leadership, focusing on the key elements needed to make SIOP decisions Implement an executive Level SiOP reporting process Each Business Segment has an assigned inventory entitlement. The demand planning team is responsible for managing forecast and item attribute settings that abide by the assigned inventory value by segment and as a whole Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management.Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.Conduct monthly forecast maintenance.Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.Using and maintaining the demand planning software Completing other projects or tasks as assigned
   
   Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
   
   Basic Qualifications:
   BS/BA degree8 years of experience in Customer or Sales operations, manufacturing planning or production control
   
   Preferred Qualifications:
   Hands on experience with large ERP systems Demonstrated experience with leadership communications Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to communicate data points across a multi-level audience Ability to communicate and collaborate with peers and colleagues, including cross-functional, global partners; actively and constructively works to resolve conflict Experience driving continuous improvement efforts to ensure optimized efficiencyA team player with high energy level, able to get things done by working with and through others Able to communicate status updates and process improvement efforts clearly and concisely to senior leaders SAP experience and SAP APO planning experience preferred Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookSix Sigma experienced desired
   PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right demand planning manager for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with demand planning managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit demand planning managers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit demand planning managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete 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 manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the demand planning manager 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 manager. 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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