Demand Planning Manager El Segundo, CA

Smarty Pants is seeking a forward‑thinking, analytical, and collaborative Demand Planning Manager to join our fast‑growing business. In this strategic role, you will lead the integration of advanced analytics, digital tools, and cross‑functional processes to deliver accurate demand forecasts and drive business growth. You will be a key member of the Operations group and will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Planning, and Product Development to ensure our inventory strategy supports key customer accounts and company objectives.

• Lead Monthly demand planning and S&OP process and ensure alignment across Sales, Supply, Finance, and Operations.
• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts using advanced analytics, statistical models, and digital demand planning platforms.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners in sales, marketing, and finance to integrate market intelligence, new product launches, and promotional activities into demand plans.
• Measure & report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as MAPE, WAPE, and Bias. Support other key operational metrics such as customer fill rate and on‑time ship.
• Implement and optimize demand planning tools leveraging AI/MO for forecasting and scenario planning.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and process.
• Other job‑related duties as requested

• Bachelor’s degree in a Business‑related field preferred.
• 3‑5+ years’ experience in demand planning, supply chain, or related fields.
• Advanced proficiency in planning software (Kinaxis, Anaplan, APO, etc.) and ERP systems (D365, Oracle, SAP).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive cross‑functional alignment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Experience implementing or optimizing demand planning tools and processes.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and organizational/time‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment.

At Smarty Pants, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes both personal and professional growth. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, offering substantial employer contributions for your security and peace of mind. We prioritize your health and well‑being through monthly wellness incentives, advocate for a harmonious work‑life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid work, and support you with a casual dress code and an open office layout.

We also provide opportunities for community engagement with paid volunteer time and include 26 allocated holidays, including days specifically for mental health.

We are Smarty Pants Vitamins – the best‑selling vitamin and supplement brand known for making high‑quality, nutrient‑dense, unbelievably delicious gummy multivitamins for the whole family. In 2020, we joined Unilever as part of the Health & Wellbeing Collective, yielding additional support as we continue to grow the brand globally. From the start, Smarty Pants has been about family, authenticity and a core commitment to our collective well‑being.

We believe in making it easier to stay healthy by providing best‑in‑class products that also taste great. We’re industry leaders in testing, transparency, and advocacy, from sourcing the highest‑quality ingredients to testing and packaging. Our mission is to bring better health to the real world by making premium products that fit delightfully into the lives of real families, and by giving back to women and children in need with the help of our partners at Vitamin Angels.

• Pay range: $ – $ (salary; bonus eligible)
• Annual bonus plan
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 100% employer‑paid medical coverage for employee only, dental & ortho, and vision insurance
• 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays + 12 mental health days per year
• 100% paid parental leave, fertility & adoption benefits
• Hybrid work + wellness + cell phone stipends
• Free product and additional perks

Smarty Pants Vitamins is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.