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What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.\nThe Demand Planner supports the demand planning process for a key business category. This position is responsible for analyzing trends, building accurate demand forecasts in partnership with Sales and Marketing, and collaborating across teams to optimize inventory and support business goals. The individual in this position will collaborate closely with teams across Operations & Supply Chain Planning, Sales, Marketing and Finance to align demand with capacity and long-term business strategies.\nWhat You Will Do at Graco:\nDemand Planning Systems ManagementDevelop, analyze and maintain the demand plan system for assigned product categories to ensure forecast accuracy and business alignment.\nMonitor business trends, seasonality and market factors that may impact demand, adjusting forecasts accordingly.\nIdentify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance data quality through continuous improvement initiatives.\nCommunicate challenges and risks timely to ensure business continuity and informed decision-making.\n\nS&OP Process ManagementPartner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain & Operations teams to align on demand assumptions, promotional impacts, and inventory strategies.\nPartner with Product teams to create the demand planning for new product introductions by developing launch forecasts (including cannibalization) and adjusting plans based on early sales performance to ensure successful market entry.\n\nCapability ManagementIdentify and present data-driven insights and scenario modeling to influence strategic decisions.\n\nWhat You Will Bring to Graco:\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, or a related field.\n3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or supply chain analysis preferred.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.\nContinuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving results.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.\nHigh proficiency in Microsoft Excel.\nExperience with planning systems or ERP tools (Oracle is plus).\nAccelerators:\nKnowledge of Supply Chain and lean manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and unrestricted basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, L-1, or employment-based permanent residence sponsorship). Candidates working under temporary employment authorization, including F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, or similar programs, are not eligible for this position.\nAt Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.\nGraco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.\nOur company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.\nThe base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. 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