Job Title: Demand Planner 
Location: Eberlestock Headquarters 
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30AM to 3:30 PM (flex based on business needs) 
Reports To: Director of Operations 

Job Summary: 

The Demand Planner plays a critical role in aligning forecast accuracy, inventory strategy, and cross-functional execution to support Eberlestock’s operational growth. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts across product categories, enabling strong service levels while balancing inventory investment and operational efficiency. 

This role partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Supply Chain to translate business plans, promotions, and market insights into actionable demand plans, while continuously improving forecasting accuracy and planning processes. 

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, product-driven environment. 

About Eberlestock: 

Eberlestock is a premium outdoor and tactical brand built on purpose, performance, and trust. Founded by an Olympic biathlete and driven by real-world experience, our products are designed to perform when it matters most — in the backcountry, in the field, and everywhere reliability is non-negotiable. 

We’re building more than gear. We’re building a legacy brand that values craftsmanship, accountability, and people who take pride in doing things the right way. Our team is made up of individuals who care deeply about the work, challenge each other to be better, and understand that great products come from great people. 

Our Core Values: 

• Authenticity, where integrity drives every decision.  

• Quality, because every detail, every feature, and every idea is a reflection of our standard of excellence.  

• Guarantee, not just in our gear, but in how we show up for our customers, our community, and each other. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Demand Strategy & Forecast Ownership 

• Own end-to-end demand forecasting across assigned categories and channels, including short-, mid-, and long-range horizons. 

• Establish and defend forecast assumptions, proactively adjusting plans based on business strategy, market dynamics, and performance trends. 

• Lead scenario planning and risk modeling to support decision-making. 

Executive & Cross-Functional Partnership 

• Serve as a trusted planning partner for Sales, Marketing, Product, and Finance. 

• Facilitate demand review and S&OP / IBP discussions with clear insights, risks, and recommendations. 

• Challenge inputs constructively and drive alignment across competing priorities. 

Inventory & Financial Impact 

• Influence inventory strategies that balance service levels, working capital, and margin objectives. 

• Identify risks related to excess, shortages, and obsolescence and recommend corrective actions. 

• Connect demand plans for financial outcomes, supporting revenue and margin forecasting. 

Analytics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement 

• Lead forecast accuracy, bias, and performance analysis at a category and portfolio level. 

• Drive root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Develop dashboards and executive-ready reporting that improves planning visibility and trust. 

Procurement & Supply Execution 

• Execute procurement activities aligned to approved demand and inventory plans, including purchase order creation, timing, and quantity decisions. 

• Translate demand plans into executable buy plans, coordinating purchase order submissions and delivery schedules in alignment with operational capacity. 

• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to ensure purchasing decisions are aligned with sales forecasts. 

• Track purchase orders, inbound commitments, and lead time adherence, escalating risks, delays, or supply constraints to Operations leadership. 

Process, Systems & Maturity 

• Own and evolve demand planning processes, cadence, and documentation. 

• Partner on system enhancements, forecasting tools, and ERP improvements. 

• Mentor junior planners and influence planning best practices across the organization. 

Required Qualifications: 

• 7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics. 

• Proven track record of owning forecasts in complex, SKU-rich environments. 

• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect demand planning to financial and operational outcomes. 

• Experience leading or heavily influencing S&OP / IBP processes. 

• Advanced analytical skills, including Excel and demand planning systems. 

• Executive-level communication skills with the ability to influence without authority. 

Preferred 

• Experience in consumer goods, outdoor, apparel, or performance-driven product companies.  

• Experience with international sourcing and long lead-time planning environments. 

• Familiarity with forecasting tools such as Netstock, SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, or similar platforms. 

• Experience scaling or maturing planning processes in a growing organization. 

• Passion for the outdoors and alignment with the Eberlestock mission. 

Benefit Offerings: 

• Generous tiered PTO allowance with an initial accrual level of 12 days annually 

• 10 Paid Company Holidays 

• Two Medical Plan Options with 70% of employee-only premium paid by company 

• Optional Dental Coverage  

• Optional Vision Coverage  

• Company Sponsored 401K Plan with 4% employer match 

• 55% Eberlestock Employee Discount (40% for purchases for friends and family) 

• “Pick a Pack” Gift following 90-day probationary period 

Eberlestock is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.