Demand Planner (Licensed & Private Label)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026. Varsity Brands scores A on the Alion truth index.
JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT
At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions - BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit - and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.
WORK TYPE: Hybrid
LOCATION DETAILS: 14460 Varsity Brands Way, Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Please note: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must be able to work from the designated location without company-sponsored relocation
WORK HOURS: M-F, 8-5p / 9-6p (Friday WFH)
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
The Demand Planner (Licensed & Private Label) is responsible fordeveloping and managing demand plans for Licensed and Private Label apparel and uniform businesses, supporting both make-to-stock and make-to-order operating models. This role creates demand plans across an 18-month horizon, incorporating historical sales, pipeline insights, and growth initiatives to inform inventory, materials, capacity, and financial planning.
The Demand Planner plays a key role in translating market signals into actionable plans and providing visibility to stakeholders through reporting, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This role contributes critical inputs into the broader S&OP process.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Please notethis job description is not designed to cover or containa comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required ofthe employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Develop and maintaindemand plans across an 18-month horizon for Licensed and Private Label products, incorporating historical sales, customer pipeline, seasonality, product strategies, and strategic growth initiatives
Translate demand signals into clear inputs for inventory planning, materials planning, capacity planning, and financial planning processes
Analyze actual sales performance against demand forecasts and financial plans; identifytrends, risks, opportunities, and gaps; and develop recommendations to drive improvements in plan adherence
Test assumptions, evaluate forecasting errors, and continuously refine methodologies to improve accuracy and planning effectiveness
Facilitate regular cross-functional demand and pipeline reviews, aligning forecasting assumptions and incorporating product and sales strategies, lifecycle changes, new product introductions, demand trends, and other business inputs into the demand plan
Create and share reports and presentations to inform leadership about plans and results
Support the S&OP process with demand planning inputs that drive cross-functional alignment
Contribute to planning-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Strong understanding of demand planning concepts, forecasting methodologies, and business drivers
Collaborative mindset - inclined to include cross-functional partners and keep them informed
Strong analytical rigor, critical thinking, and attention to detail
Ability to synthesize multiple data inputs into a cohesive demand plan
Advanced proficiencyin Microsoft Excel; experience with planning tools such as Anaplan preferred
Strong communicationand presentation skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations
Business acumen and understanding of how demand planning impacts financial and operational outcomes
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving inputs and ambiguity
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing forecast accuracy and planning processes
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
2+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or related analytical roles
Experience supporting or contributing to S&OP or cross-functional planning processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights
Experience forecasting new products and working with limited historical data is a plus
Physical Demands and/or Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:
- Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
- HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
- Wellbeing Program
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
- Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Varsity Brands Ownership Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
- St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.