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Retail Demand PlannerCuraleaf • Stamford, CT, US
Retail Demand Planner

Retail Demand Planner

Curaleaf • Stamford, CT, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Retail Demand Planner

At Curaleaf, we're redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brandsincluding Curaleaf, Select, and Grassrootsoffer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Retail Demand Planner Location : Northeast The candidate in this position must be comfortable working on-site. About the Role :

Are you passionate about turning data into smart decisions that drive business growth? As a Demand Planner, you'll play a key role in shaping our product strategy by forecasting demand, analyzing trends, and planning inventory across our retail network. You'll help ensure our product assortment meets customer needs, aligns with market trends, and supports our sales goals. This role is highly collaborative; you'll work closely with teams across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Merchandising to build proactive inventory strategies and identify opportunities for category growth.

What You'll Do :

  • Demand Forecasting & Planning

Build and refine short-term and long-term demand forecasts at the SKU, customer, and channel levels.

  • Use statistical tools and historical data to predict future demand and adjust for promotions or seasonal shifts.
  • Monitor forecast accuracy, explain variances, and continuously improve forecasting processes.
  • Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) conversations with local and regional partners.
  • Sales Collaboration

    • Partner with Sales Leaders, Buyers, and Merchandisers to incorporate customer insights, promotional calendars, and product launches into demand plans.

  • Share demand insights during monthly S&OP meetings.
  • Support vendor and account meetings with clear inventory turnover and depletion strategies.
  • Reporting & Analysis

    • Analyze historical sales, category trends, and customer POS data to uncover growth opportunities and risks.

  • Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on forecasting accuracy and data integrity.
  • Cross-Functional Alignment

    • Collaborate with Marketing, Supply Chain, Buying, and Merchandising to ensure forecasts align with brand strategies and inventory goals.

  • Work with Operations to align production plans with demand while minimizing excess inventory.
  • Support new product introductions by forecasting initial demand and tracking post-launch performance.

    • What You'll Bring :

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or sales planning within the retail industry.
  • Advanced analytical skills and confidence working in Excel, plus experience using tools like Tableau, Omni, PowerBI, or similar platforms to turn data into actionable insights.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with a track record of working effectively across departments.
  • A solid understanding of retail business drivers including pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies.
  • A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

    • Even Better If You Have :

  • Experience in the food or beverage industry, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or cannabis industry is a plus.

    • Physical Requirements and Work Environment :

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, lift up to 10 pounds.

    This position has no special vision requirements.

    This position requires high stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility. Ability to work in an ever-changing environment.

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