As a Demand Planner, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our inventory strategy and ensuring the right products are available at the right time. You’ll work cross-functionally to forecast demand, optimize stock levels, and support strategic initiatives that fuel our growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about data-driven decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Build and refine purchase orders and demand forecasts using historical data, market insights, and promotional activity.
• Partner with Internal and External stakeholders to align forecasts with business goals and customer needs.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes and tools.
• Support product launches and seasonal campaigns with proactive inventory planning.
• Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy, fill rate, and inventory turnover, and lead initiatives to improve them.
• Contribute to S&OP meetings with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Champion a test-and-learn mindset to pilot new forecasting models and technologies.
• Handle special projects and other assignments as needed.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, preferably in retail or automotive.
• Strong analytical skills and fluency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and forecasting tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments.
• A growth mindset with a passion for solving problems and driving innovation.
• Familiarity with automotive tires, parts, and accessories is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Exposure to machine learning or statistical forecasting techniques.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.

Work Environment
The position is based in an office environment, requiring periods of sitting and the operation of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and other office tools. Work hours are typically 8-5, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.
Benefits

We offer premium benefits to keep your life moving.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(K) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Closed Sundays and Holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day)
• Discounts on Products and Services
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Training and Reimbursement for ASE Certifications
• Belle Tire Scholarship Program
• Career Growth Opportunities with a Growing Company
• Learn more at https://www.belletirecareers.com/benefits/

ABOUT US

At Belle Tire, we believe you deserve a better experience when it comes to tires and vehicle services. That starts with hiring people who genuinely care - that’s the Belle Tire Difference. With over 180 locations and 3,000 dedicated employees across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, we are your one-stop shop for tires, wheels, and full-service automotive repairs. Our services include alignments, brakes, batteries, heating and cooling, oil changes, auto glass repair, and more.
Since 1922, we’ve done what it takes to keep life moving for our customers and employees. We live by a shared set of values: Customer Satisfaction is the Bottom Line, we always Do the Right Thing, we Set the Tone with a positive attitude, we believe We Are They - there is no “us” and “them” here, and we Walk the Walk by following through on our commitments. These beliefs shape a culture of trust, respect, and pride, making Belle Tire a great place to build your career.
We’re not your ordinary tire shop, we’re Changing Tires.
Belle Tire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure all individuals are considered for employment and advancement based on their qualifications, skills, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law

• Build and refine purchase orders and demand forecasts using historical data, market insights, and promotional activity.
• Partner with Internal and External stakeholders to align forecasts with business goals and customer needs.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes and tools.
• Support product launches and seasonal campaigns with proactive inventory planning.
• Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy, fill rate, and inventory turnover, and lead initiatives to improve them.
• Contribute to S&OP meetings with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Champion a test-and-learn mindset to pilot new forecasting models and technologies.
• Handle special projects and other assignments as needed