Demand Planner

Welcome to WÜSTHOF! As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you! WÜSTHOF has had one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. With over 300+ employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide. If you would like to share your personality, your knowledge and your passion with us then we look forward to forging the future of WÜSTHOF together with you! Position Overview We’re looking for a Demand Planner who will play a key role in driving WÜSTHOF’s supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting our SIOP process. This position will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams to ensure supply and demand are aligned to meet our global business objectives. The Demand Planner will analyze sales trends, manage forecasts, and coordinate production and logistics activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proven experience in supply and demand planning, and a deep understanding of SIOP processes. This role requires a mix of technical proficiency, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Milford, CT. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance to be considered. Relocation assistance is not provided and our budgeted salary range for this role is $75k-$85k annually. WÜSTHOF is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse team. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics, or veteran status. WÜSTHOF offers a generous benefits package consisting of paid time off, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and ancillary benefits to all full time employees. Key Responsibilities & Duties: Lead the demand planning process from data collection to forecast generation, analysis, and alignment across departments. Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to develop monthly demand plans and support the SIOP cycle. Manage inventory planning, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing excess or obsolete inventory. Create and maintain reports and dashboards to track forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory KPIs. Collaborate with production and procurement to translate…