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Demand Planning Manager

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Denver
1144 15th Street (Show on map)
Jul 22, 2025
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? Essential Duties and Responsibilities As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our (Denver) office, you will be enabling and managing the demand planning team to provide a robust demand planning process that challenges the current ways of thinking and incorporates the global scale. The role will focus on ways to improve accuracy, efficiency, and efficacy based on business needs and supply chain performance with cross-functional collaboration. The role will require the ability to drive accountability, deliver results, and will be responsible for key performance indicators and reporting such as forecast accuracy, global alignment, capacity planning, and supply chain visibility. Keys to Success Accountable for the global and domestic demand plans while ensuring information flow across all relevant business units and regions - ownership and oversight Analyzing data: identifying trends and forecasting needs to provide insight, and thereby contributing to the management of financial performance Lead the identification of opportunities for process automation and optimization, with a focus on scalability and driving significant growth with improved accuracy Managing the regional forecast requirements while considering the global business needs Drive accountability into the demand planning process to ensure global alignment and improved forecast accuracy Mentor and coach the team to enable next level analytics and progress Supervisory Responsibilities This role has supervisory responsibilities and will oversee a Demand Planner, at this time. Requirements and Preferred Skills BA/BS Degree is required 8+ years of progressive demand planning experience 3+ years of managerial experience Proven analytical ability and able to prioritize multiple projects Distinguished people leader ERP demand planning experience required (Oracle VCP/DMC a plus) Strong BI capabilities with demonstrated system experience (Power BI preferred) Passion for technical product understanding Excellent problem-solving, project management, interpersonal, and organizational skills 10% travel - 1-2 global trips per year Excited to work in the office with great teammates Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship Pay & Benefits Full-Time Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000 Bonus Eligible Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits beginonthe first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Why Gates? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. Work Environment Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.