Demand Planner - Princeton, NJ

Demand Planner

Princeton, NJ

This position is a key driver in creating and managing the true customer/consumer demand signals by which the organization aligns supply chain and company resources. It’s a critical role in the beginning of a Sales & Operation planning process, as revenue and supply plans leverage this information

Your key responsibilities

Assess the impact of market changes or significant variances in the forecast and revise future forecast accordingly. The goal is to improve forecast accuracy on an ongoing basis.
Interact with sales account managers on an ongoing basis to discuss any demand related questions/decisions for their customers. Hold a formal demand review with each of them monthly.
Review history and trend on items in the Demand Planner’s portfolio to make decisions on the future forecast with, or without input from the ACM.
Collect past/future demand factors (distribution gains/losses, price changes, new/discontinued products and promotion plans, for example) from sales and forecast/model their impacts on demand.

We bring

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability gamechangers, you’ll work on what’s next
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

Supply Chain Background in Demand Planning/Supply Planning/Purchasing/Customer service. Knowledge of how Supply Chain processes work.
Ability to think analytically, in sometimes ambiguous situations and make decisions independently.
Ability and willingness to collaborate, discuss and challenge assumptions on the future demand plan to constantly strive for improved forecast accuracy and bias reduction.
Microsoft Office – Particularly EXCEL
Experience with an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite etc )
Preferably experience with Demand Planning software (examples- Kinaxis, Info, JDA, Futurmaster etc )

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $31-$33.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.