Director of Demand Planning

Thrive Market

. Own the demand forecasting process using historical performance, seasonality, promotions, assortment changes, and business trends .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in demand forecasting and planning, with a strong focus on utilizing Anaplan for model enhancement and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational efficiency and financial alignment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Demand PlanningForecasting ModelsAnaplan ExpertiseS&OP Process DevelopmentQuantitative Analysis

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Hard Skills

Demand ForecastingForecast Accuracy EvaluationQuantitative AnalysisAnalytical SkillsModel DevelopmentData TranslationPlanning AssumptionsOperational ExecutionInventory ManagementCapacity Planning

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationInfluencing SkillsClear CommunicationJudgmentCoaching

Tools & Technologies

AnaplanSupply Chain Planning ToolsForecasting Tools

Industry Keywords

E-CommerceGroceryConsumablesSubscription CommerceSeasonal Variability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the demand forecasting process using historical performance, seasonality, promotions, assortment changes, and business trends
Track forecast accuracy and bias, investigate variances, and refine models and assumptions
Build and lead a cross-functional S&OP cadence connecting demand, supply, operational capacity, and financial goals
Surface risks, align stakeholders on tradeoffs, and drive clear decisions and accountability
Enhance demand forecast models in Anaplan and develop supply chain planning tools for labor, transportation shipments, corrugated materials, and space
Collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, Growth, Finance, and Operations to gather inputs and maintain a shared view of expected demand
Translate forecast changes into implications for purchasing, staffing, transportation, and fulfillment capacity
Set priorities, coach team members, and strengthen analytical capabilities
Establish planning assumptions, reporting, documentation, and workflows that support growth
Participate in periodic leadership meetings, company events, and operations summits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated success leading demand planning or forecasting in e-commerce, grocery, consumables, subscription commerce, or a similarly complex business with recurring demand and seasonal variability
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including experience developing forecasting models, evaluating forecast accuracy and bias, and translating complex data into business decisions
Hands-on experience building and enhancing Anaplan models, with the ability to translate business needs into practical planning tools
Experience building or strengthening an S&OP process and connecting demand forecasts to inventory, capacity, financial planning, and operational execution
Strong cross-functional relationship and influencing skills
A builder mentality and comfort working with evolving systems and processes
Experience leading and developing a planning team while staying close to the data, models, and day-to-day work
Clear communication and sound judgment, with the ability to explain complex findings, surface risks early, and recommend actionable next steps
Employees must be based in the United States throughout employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
Competitive salary (DOE) + equity
401k plan
9 Observed Holidays
Flexible Paid Time Off
Subsidized ClassPass Membership with access to fitness classes and wellness and beauty experiences
Ability to work in our beautiful office in Playa Vista
Free Thrive Market membership with exclusive employee discount
Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
Periodic travel for leadership meetings, Thrive Market events, and operations summits