Demand Planner - Saucony

At Saucony, we exist at the intersection of culture and performance. While our history is rooted in the run, our future is defined by movement in all its forms. We don't just make shoes; we build the breakthroughs that move the industry forward and the styles that define the cultural conversation.

We’re a team that puts excellence first, and the experts agree. Recently, Fast Company named Saucony one of the Most Innovative Companies in the world, specifically honoring our IncrediRUN Foam as a major leap forward in footwear tech. Our reach extends from the track to the street, whether it's the Speed 5 being named “Best Overall” by WIRED or our iconic Shadow 5000 winning the Shop TODAY Sneaker Awards, we are consistently recognized as the gold standard for both performance and style.

We are looking to hire a Demand Planner to the team. The Demand Planner is responsible for developing, reviewing and updating demand forecasts to the 18-month horizon as part of the integrated business planning cycle. This role will be able to reconcile Demand Plan to revenue at each level, with focus on maximizing revenue/profitability and minimizing risk; and work with cross functional partners, to make continuous improvement of the demand signal. The role will continue to push forward data analytics, reporting and business tools; and contribute to ad-hoc projects as needed.

DUTIES

• Collaborate with Product, Sales and Finance teams to achieve single orientation on demand and to assure seasonal launches are successful and in alignment with Brand’s strategic initiatives.

• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and other teams to understand Go-To-Market activities and align demand forecasts with production and inventory strategies, bridging the gap between Sales and Operations.

• Develop demand forecasts at the material level, planning location and channel based on sales forecast, revenue plan, historical data and insights, promotion planning and phase in/phase out information from Sales Planning, Merchandising along with other market insights.

• Review historical sales data, market trends, order book analysis, and seasonality to accurately forecast future product demand, and identify optimization opportunities.

• Participate in monthly alignment meetings with Sales, Marketing, PLM and Finance teams to ensure reconciliation of demand plan to business needs and financial plans.

• Partner with Merchandising to understand and consider Product Lifecycle in the planning processes.

• Inform Inventory Planning & Supply Planning on anticipated demand changes or potential opportunities likely to be of an exceptional nature.

• Partner with Inventory Planning in stock planning activities, reactive to demand fluctuation and supply chain flexibility.

• Maintain a consumer and customer focus in all planning tasks, supporting improved service levels and sell through.

• Analyze forecast aggregation and disaggregation & provide insights for demand requirement.

• Support ad hoc reporting creation to maximize forecast accuracy and achieve business objectives and KPIs. 

• Perform duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

• 2+ years’ experience in conducting demand planning, trend forecasting, statistical modelling, data analysis or business planning.

• Strong MS Excel skills: demonstrated ability to quickly manipulate large raw data sets to produce reporting that is intuitive and easy to read/understand, advanced formulas and experience in statistical modeling (e.g., regression analysis), trend analysis, scenario testing is preferred

• Experience with BI tools required, while SQL and MS Access or other Database skills preferred

• Broad understanding and appreciation of supply chain functions, dependencies and systems

• Highly analytical with critical thinking mindset

• Attention to detail and accuracy on multiple projects under time pressure

• Ability to quickly adapt in a highly collaborative environment and team player

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment.  Some travel may be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company driven by a vision to Make. Every Day. Better. Founded in 1883, the Company builds and grows iconic brands including Merrell®, Saucony®, Wolverine®, Sweaty Betty®, Chaco®, Hush Puppies®, Stride Rite®, HYTEST®, and Bates®, along with footwear licenses for Cat® and Harley-Davidson®. Headquartered in Rockford, Michigan, the Company’s products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories worldwide. For more information, visit www.wolverineworldwide.com.

In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.