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Demand Planning Analyst Jobs in Kennesaw, GA at Pacesetter

Title: Demand Planning Analyst

Company: Pacesetter

Location: Kennesaw, GA

J O I N U S

As Flack Global Metals (FGM) and Pacesetter continue to operate as an integrated platform, we are strengthening the way we serve customers across supply, pricing, and execution. We are seeking a Demand Planning Analyst to play a critical role in managing inventory planning processes to support customer demand, optimize working capital, and drive profitable growth.

This is an opportunity to be part of a growing organization where service, operational discipline, and market expertise come together to support customers in a dynamic metals environment.

A B O U T F G M – P A C E S E T T E R

Flack Global Metals – Pacesetter combines service center capabilities with market intelligence and pricing discipline to better serve customers across steel and aluminum markets.

With operations in key markets including Houston, Atlanta, and Chicago, we provide:

  • Regional inventory & processing capabilities
  • Structured supply programs & order management
  • Integrated pricing & market insight through Flack Capital Markets

Our goal is to bring more consistency, visibility, and reliability to how customers procure and manage metals.

Primary Role: Strategically plan, analyze, and monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal product availability while meeting customer demand. Proactively balance service levels with working capital to protect and enhance company profitability. Develop and deliver monthly tonnage forecasts for known and anticipated business and continuously evaluate forecast accuracy. Partner closely with Sales to provide insights on usage trends, forecast adherence, and opportunities to improve demand planning and inventory efficiency.

Responsibilities:          

  • Actively drive improvements in inventory turns while maintaining efficiently managed inventory levels.
  • Maintain inventory levels in accordance with customer agreements, MOUs, contracts, and approved inventory plans to support service level commitments.
  • Partner with Sales and the Customer Service Representative to develop and analyze monthly tonnage projections using customer input, sales intelligence, and historical data for budgeting and planning purposes.
  • Provide regular feedback to Sales, Customers, Customer Service Representatives, and Management regarding forecast performance, inventory levels, usage trends, and inventory overages or shortages.
  • As applicable, provide feedback to Pricing on customer pull rates and inventory-related risks or concerns.
  • Review inventory reports to identify aged, non-prime, obsolete, or undesirable inventory; evaluate reapplication opportunities and develop strategies to prevent inventory from moving to reserve.
  • Share aged inventory insights with Sales, Customers, and Customer Service Representatives and collaborate to expedite shipment of aged customer inventory.
  • Ensure inventory availability to support on-time shipment of contract and master order releases.
  • Develop and maintain appropriate stocking levels for finished goods and define processing strategies to support contract and master order requirements.
  • Enter pre-processing PVs to create finished goods within established stocking parameters.
  • Monitor pre-processing PV execution and collaborate with Production Scheduler/Expeditor to ensure timely processing.
  • Select, reserve, and allocate inventory and/or purchase orders for contracts and master orders.
  • Coordinate and implement buying strategies to support both current demand and future requirements; place and monitor buy requests with Supplier Relationship Supervisor or Manager.
  • Expedite mill purchase orders in partnership with Supplier Relationship Supervisor or Manager to prevent gaps in customer coverage.
  • Proactively identify and implement alternative solutions to inventory gaps caused by late supplier deliveries or non-conforming material to prevent service failures; participate in corrective action efforts as needed.
  • Initiate inspections, testing, and transfer requests as required.
  • Prepare and deliver ad hoc inventory reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Review newly awarded business, establish cutting plans, and set up inventory parts including widths, purchasing decimals, and purchasing notes; partner with Customer Experience Representatives to establish new master orders.
  • Audit and review master orders to improve inventory efficiency, including finished package weight conformance, purchasing decimals and widths, multing plans, part optimization, and accuracy of purchasing notes.
  • Establish, monitor, and adjust inventory replenishment criteria (A, B, C, D classifications) within the inventory management system.
  • Analyze inventory patterns and perform comprehensive inventory analysis to support continuous improvement.
  • Visit customers as applicable to support inventory planning and relationship management.
  • Utilize ZOHO as a communication tool to share and receive information, including trip reports and market or industry updates.
  • Maintain awareness of market trends and external factors that may impact inventory levels, supply availability, or demand.
  • Identify opportunities to cross-supply material across customers and business segments.
  • Support purchasing analysis and broader supply chain decisions, including reviewing mill deals and placing buys that optimize size, cost, and customer specifications.
  • Assist with training and onboarding of new hires as needed.
  • In collaboration with Pricing, quote immediate spot-buy needs for existing contractual business.
  • Analyze the impact of past, current, and future market conditions on Sales and Purchasing alignment, inventory levels, and overall profitability.
  • Collaborate with IT and/or develop reports and tools to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
  • Responsible for owning additional projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as mathematics, finance, accounting, management, or industrial engineering) or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess data and identify profitability improvement opportunities.
  • Advanced computer proficiency, particularly in spreadsheet and database tools; strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, daily tasks, and special projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to focus on both current needs and future requirements while adapting quickly to changing or urgent circumstances.
  • High attention to detail with consistent accuracy and strong follow-through.
  • Self-directed, assertive, and motivated, with the ability to work independently and achieve results under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to professionally engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a courteous, professional, and energetic approach.
  • Collaborative team player with the initiative to turn ideas into action.
  • Eagerness to continuously learn, adapt to new processes, and demonstrate resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Prior steel industry experience (1–3 years) preferred.

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