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Manager, Demand
Rheem Manufacturing
Manufacturer of heating, cooling, water heating, and air quality systems for residential and commercial use.
Leads demand and inventory planning, forecasting, and supply chain optimization.
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Hybrid
Company Size
12,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing
Engineering
Technical Services
HVAC Systems
Water Heating
Pool & Spa Heating
Sustainability
Training
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Water
Buildings
Infrastructure
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
demand planning
inventory management
siop process
supplier management
forecast analytics
master data
Ensure consistent application of industry-leading, continuously improved business practices.
Leads the demand planning consensus process including taking into account inputs from statistical models, sales and marketing insights, and other analyses while collaborating with cross functional teams including commercial and supply chain. This position will also be responsible for managing relevant measures (KPIs) to help drive better forecast accuracy and lower error rate
Oversee the business unit’s logistics function, including development and maintenance of inventory controls.
Act as an internal consultant on supply chain-related issues; design and implement improvements to support business growth and strategic initiatives.
Review, scrub and analyze the forecast through scrutiny of variances, historical sales trends including rolling averages, year over year data, research of demand drivers, and other customer and market related changes
Collaborate with manufacturing to evaluate outsourcing and insourcing opportunities.
Establish the SIOP processes to provide better market intelligence, improve demand planning accuracy, balance the supply and demand plan with a forward-looking view, and highlight areas of risk for contingency planning and decision making.
Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to determine optimal stocking strategies across select Rheem distribution centers.
Lead inventory planning for select Rheem business units, guiding demand planning through a data-driven approach supported by market insights from the sales team.
Create and execute communication and management of resources across business segments.
Identify key suppliers and cultivate long-term, mutually beneficial relationships to ensure sustained success.
Support demand planning process designed to integrate feedback from Sales, Marketing, Operation, Scheduling, Finance, Logistics, and Sourcing teams to develop the monthly, quarterly and annual demand consensus plan by channel, key customers and products.
Support global sourcing strategies for finished goods and components, playing a key role in supplier relationships with both Asian and North American vendors.
Manage supply chain’s impact on working capital, ensuring financial risk is mitigated.
Facilitate cross-functional meetings and demonstrate intellectual curiosity to understand how Rheem’s HVAC products serve diverse market segments such as retail appliance dealers, hotel and lodging, MROs, and HVAC distributors.
Leads and owns master data in support of efficiency and accuracy in plan
Proactively identify supply constraints and propose solutions
Ensure that the agreed consensus forecast is passed accurately and at the appropriate level of detail to the production planning systems, on a timely basis
Develop inventory management strategies to maximize inventory turns, secure best pricing, maintain high quality, and ensure consistent support to manufacturing.
Proactively identify relevant demand trends and portfolio impacts, leveraging development of data analytics, as well as new product forecast refinement
Hold suppliers accountable for continuous improvement initiatives, including lead time reduction, schedule flexibility, quality enhancement, inventory reduction, and cost savings.
What you bring
hvac
master's
bachelor's
erp
ms office
7+ years
Experience in an HVAC manufacturing environment preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
7+ years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, and distribution.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a matrixed team environment.
Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
Master's degree in related field
Strong, results oriented leadership that includes development and deployment of improvement initiatives, timelines, and budgets.
Proficiency is working with large data sets.
Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
Proficient in MS Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems; Oracle ERP experience is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related analytical business field.
The company was started in 1925, marking a significant beginning in the HVAC and water heating industry.
Millions
Users Served
The company's products are used by millions of people worldwide, contributing to their comfort and energy needs.
Known for providing energy-efficient solutions, Rheem has built a solid reputation across residential and commercial sectors.
With a diverse portfolio, the company manufactures water heaters, HVAC systems, and air quality solutions.
Rheem operates across North America, Latin America, Asia, and Europe, with manufacturing facilities in key regions.
Their robust market presence is anchored by strategic partnerships and a wide range of products tailored to the needs of modern living and working environments.
Culture + Values
Customer Focus: We are committed to exceeding customer expectations by delivering quality, value, and innovation.
Integrity: We act with integrity and fairness in all of our business dealings.
Excellence: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our business and continually improve.
Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable business practices and minimizing environmental impact.
Environment + Sustainability
25% reduction
in greenhouse gas emissions
Achieved significant progress in reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices.
2050
Net Zero commitment
Aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, reflecting strong environmental responsibility.
Focus on energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprints across product lines.
Uses renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies in operations.
Water heater products meet or exceed energy efficiency standards.
Inclusion & Diversity
25% Leadership Roles
Female Representation
Women account for a significant portion of leadership roles within the organization.
The organization fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace.
The company promotes gender equality and actively works to balance gender representation across all levels.
The company supports employee resource groups and initiatives to help diverse talent thrive.
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