Demand Analyst

For 80 years, Murata Electronics has been a tireless innovator, committed to developing technologies that profoundly change the world around us. Our solutions are inside more state-of-the-art products than you may imagine. Additionally, we enable other global companies to turn their visions into reality – from mobile communications to computers and networking, medical devices to power solutions, smart home technologies to automotive electronics. Our past innovations drive today's technology – and our present innovations are shaping tomorrow's. Whatever the future holds, you can be sure that Murata will be a part of it. Why Consider This Job Opportunity The Customer Demand Analyst is responsible for analyzing and managing customer demand for assigned accounts or programs to support accurate forecasting, supply alignment, and customer satisfaction. This role serves as a key interface between customers and internal stakeholders by translating customer demand signals, forecasts, and ERP data into actionable insights. The analyst develops a deep understanding of customer demand behavior, customer ERP system processes, and the interaction between customer systems and the company’s order management and planning systems. The role is customer‑facing and plays a critical part in maintaining demand stability, identifying risks, and supporting operational decision‑making. Workplace Policy Hybrid from Irvine,CA What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities) Customer Demand Analysis & Forecasting Analyze customer demand trends using historical data, forecasts, backlog, schedules, and market indicators. Support the development and maintenance of customer forecasts at product, program, and account levels. Monitor forecast accuracy and demand variability, identifying root causes of deviations between forecasted and actual demand. Identify emerging demand risks, sudden volume changes, end‑of‑life signals, and ramp‑up activity, and communicate findings proactively. Customer Programs & Account Ownership Serve as the demand planning point of contact for assigned customer programs or accounts. Support regular customer forecast reviews and demand alignment meetings. Collaborate with Sales and Account Management to understand customer strategies, design cycles, and program milestones affecting demand. Ensure customer demand assumptions and constraints are clearly documented and understood internally. Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with Supply Planning, Operations, Logistics, and Finance to align customer demand with supply capabilities. Provide customer‑specific demand inputs to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes. Support scenario analysis related to demand changes, capacity constraints, and supply risks. Reporting & Communication Prepare and maintain demand reports and dashboards showing…