Demand Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. Grundfos scores A on the Alion truth index.
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As our new Demand Planner, you'll be translating demand signals into optimized production schedules and driving planning excellence that ensures on-time delivery and operational efficiency across our manufacturing operations. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
This position reports directly to our Supply Chain Supervisor and is based in Brookshire, Texas, operating on-site daily.
Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.
The salary range for this position is $66,900USD - 98,100USD. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Brookshire, Texas.
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Supply Chain Planning team, you'll create impact by optimizing production schedules, resolving supply constraints, and strengthening cross-functional collaboration to deliver reliable results for our customers.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Develop, maintain, and optimize production schedules in SAP based on customer demand, material availability, capacity, and business priorities
- Analyze workload, capacity utilization, and bottlenecks across work centers to balance production flow and improve throughput
- Monitor material readiness, identify shortages, and coordinate with Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to maintain production continuity
- Maintain accurate planning parameters, lead times, lot sizes, routings, and production versions in SAP through routine data validation
- Partner with Production, Engineering, Customer Service, and Sales to communicate priorities, resolve issues, and support delivery commitments
- Identify opportunities to improve schedule adherence, inventory control, and delivery reliability in support of Lean and Operational Excellence initiatives
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you're an analytical, metrics-driven planner with strong SAP expertise, a solid grasp of MRP and manufacturing principles, and the communication skills to align cross-functional teams around shared production goals. We'd also imagine that you are/have:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in production control, or 5+ years in inventory control or machine scheduling
- Strong working knowledge of SAP (production planning modules) and advanced MS Excel skills
- Understanding of closed-loop manufacturing principles and MRP theory
It's a plus if you also:
- APICS/CPIM certification or similar professional credential
- Purchasing or procurement experience
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement methodologies
Why you'll love working here
Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering.
- On-demand training and structured development programmes to support your growth.
Valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our commitment to a safe and compliant hiring process, final candidates may be required to undergo a background check, subject to applicable local laws and regulations.
Join Grundfos, apply today!