DEMAND PLANNING COORDINATOR

Demand Planning Coordinator

Waukegan, IL 60085

Salary $58,000 - $87,000

Additional opportunities for growth

Training/development programs

Incentives/bonus for meeting goals

A Lot of Tenure. Company Promotes Within

Interviews are happening NOW - so s end your resume today to: [email protected]

Kelly Services is seeking detail-oriented and analytical Demand Planning Coordinators to join a fast-paced manufacturing and supply chain environment in Waukegan, IL. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals who enjoy forecasting, production planning support, reporting analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic operation.

If you thrive on organization, problem-solving, data analysis, and keeping operations running efficiently, this role offers the chance to make a direct impact on production success and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

As a Demand Planning Coordinator, you'll support forecasting, production planning, inventory visibility, and planning operations to help ensure smooth execution across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Support demand forecasting activities and ensure forecasts are completed accurately and on schedule

• Coordinate approval workflows and communications within planning lock periods

• Maintain rolling 6-week visibility into campaigns, priorities, and production schedules

• Monitor production orders, out-of-resource items, and planning deadlines

• Identify and escalate risks, shortages, delays, and planning concerns proactively

• Develop and maintain forecasting, planning, and reporting tools to support operational decisions

• Analyze forecast accuracy, sales trends, inventory risks, and business performance data

• Support high-priority campaigns and planning initiatives

• Assist with SOP documentation, process standardization, and continuous improvement efforts

• Collaborate closely with planning, purchasing, production, and operations teams

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred

• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain coordination, forecasting, or planning support

• Experience working in manufacturing, CPG, distribution, or logistics environments preferred

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP system experience

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret and present meaningful data

Why Join This Team?

• Additional opportunities for growth

• Training/development programs

• Incentives/bonus for meeting goals

• A Lot of Tenure. Company Promotes Within

• Competitive Salary

• Growth-Focused Environment

• Collaborative and Supportive Team Culture

• Full Benefits Package

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Employee Discounts & Wellness Programs

• Opportunity to Make a Direct Operational Impact

This is a great opportunity for supply chain and planning professionals looking to grow their careers in forecasting, production planning, and demand management within a stable and expanding organization.

Interviews are happening NOW - so s end your resume today to: [email protected]

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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