Sr. Manager, Demand Forecasting & Strategic Planning

Position Summary Headquartered in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), the U.S. Sales and Marketing subsidiary, is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions, and network systems. For more than four decades, Samsung has driven innovation, economic growth, and workforce opportunity across the United States—investing over $100 billion and employing more than 20,000 people nationwide. By integrating our large portfolio of products, services, and AI technology, we’re creating smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better. SEA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us. People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-prosperity Role and Responsibilities We are seeking a strategic and analytical Demand Forecasting & Strategic Planning Lead to manage one of our major accounts in mobile business. This role will oversee end to end planning, including demand forecasting, sell-in and sell-out management and financial risk analysis to optimize performance against sales targets. The ideal candidate will leverage data analytics, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration to drive decision-making and ensure growth, sales performance, and operational excellence. This role requires occasional work outside standard business hours to support the weekly system loading process. Role & Responsibilities Lead overall mid/long-term planning, ensuring alignment with business target. Demand Forecasting & Analytics: Develop data-driven demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and promotional impact analyses. Sell-in and sell-out Optimization: Track sales trends across channels to refine inventory planning and maximize sell-through efficiency, considering the supply situation. Promotion Plan Integration: Evaluate upcoming promotional campaigns, incorporating the impact into demand forecasts. Market Share & Competitive Analysis: Analyze external market trends and competitor positioning to inform forecasting strategies. Financial Risk & Opportunity assessment: Identify financial risks and growth opportunities, ensuring targets are met through data-driven decision-making. Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and avoid stockouts or excess inventory. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with product, marketing, finance, and sales teams to align demand forecasts with business objectives and market dynamics. Reporting & Performance Tracking: Generate reports detailing forecast accuracy, sales performance comparing target, and promotional impact; continuously refine forecasting methods. Technology & Automation: Utilize forecasting software and AI-driven tools to improve prediction accuracy and efficiency. Skills and Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Data Science, Analytics, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or sales analytics in the mobile or technology industry. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in forecasting tools, Excel, and data visualization platforms. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage cross-functional teams. Ability to adapt to fast-changing market conditions and business needs. 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