Demand Planner

Position Description and Purpose: 

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners. 

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Key Essential Functions/Duties:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for our full product portfolio using customer provided forecasts, historical sales data, promotional calendars, and market intelligence.

• Partner with Customers, Sales and Operations aligning forecasts with new product launches, and seasonal demand spikes.

• Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust models proactively to reflect changing market conditions.

• Create demand planning templates and tools to generate reports and insights

• Collaborate with supply chain and production teams to ensure optimal inventory levels and prevent stockouts or overproduction.

• Support SIOP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings with data-driven recommendations.

• Translate demand forecasts into actionable supply plans for multiple product lines.

• Manage inventory levels across manufacturing plants and distribution centers to balance availability with cost efficiency.

• Collaborate with procurement to secure raw materials and packaging, ensuring supplier lead times align with production needs.

• Partner with production teams to create weekly and monthly schedules that optimize capacity and reduce changeover times.

• Monitor and adjust plans in real time based on sales trends, promotions, or unexpected supply disruptions.

• Use ERP/MRP system to track orders, inventory, and production status.

• Lead cross-functional meetings with customers, sales and logistics to align on priorities and resolve bottlenecks.

• Analyze supply chain KPIs—such as fill rate, forecast accuracy, and inventory turns—and recommend improvements

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• 5+ years of supply or demand planning experience in the CPG food or beverage industry.

• Proficiency with demand planning software & advanced Excel skills, preferably w/ experience building bespoke planning tools

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Experience working cross-functionally with Customers, Sales and Operations teams.

• Knowledge of retail replenishment cycles, promotional planning, and seasonal demand patterns.

• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Experience balancing multiple SKUs with varying shelf lives and seasonal demand patterns.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with food safety and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) is highly desirable.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with demand planning, supply planning and forecasting tools.

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.

We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.