Demand Planner / Analyst
Company: Gathr Outdoors
Role summary
Demand Planner / Analyst is a full-time role at Gathr Outdoors in Brentwood, Tennessee, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-25. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Demand Planner / Analyst
- Company
- Gathr Outdoors
- Location
- Brentwood, Tennessee, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-25
You’ll love working with this well-established outdoor gear company, where you’ll play a key role in keeping popular brands stocked and ready for adventure. It is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your analytical skills in a fast-paced environment while helping shape the inventory strategy for recognizable retail products.
Job description
DEMAND PLANNER
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Gathr Outdoors, a portfolio company of Centre Partners, is a diversified global company that designs and manufactures outdoor products and sporting goods. Each of Gathr's core business platforms is a recognized leader in its respective market and a trusted partner to some of the world's most recognizable brands and retailers.
Gathr's business segments include OUTDOOR (GCI Outdoor, Klymit, Rightline Gear, and WaterPORT) and RECREATION (PrideSports, Pride Manufacturing, and MacNeill Engineering). Each segment is focused on providing industry-leading product development, engineering, design, and customer service and support to customers around the world.
At Gathr Outdoors, we believe experiences are always more powerful when spent together outside. We are Better Together, Passionate by Nature, Blazing New Trails, and Rugged for a Reason! Come join us-everyone is welcome at our camp!
ABOUT THE POSITION
Gathr Outdoors is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join our team in Nashville, TN. This position is responsible for leading the demand planning process, developing accurate monthly demand forecasts, and supporting sales growth and operational planning across the business.
The Demand Planner will establish and maintain a consistent, data-driven forecasting process while collaborating closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams. This role will focus on improving forecast accuracy, optimizing inventory levels, and providing actionable insights to support business decisions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and maintain a rolling 12–18 month demand forecast in collaboration with Sales and other cross-functional teams to support operational and financial planning.
Lead demand planning reviews across multiple product families, evaluating forecast performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Develop forecasts for new product introductions and assess the impact on existing products, including product phaseouts and transitions.
Monitor and improve forecast accuracy through ongoing analysis, performance measurement, and incorporation of historical trends and business insights.
Partner with Sales and other departments to identify and mitigate slow-moving and obsolete inventory while exploring potential revenue opportunities.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to influence decisions and drive results without direct reporting authority.
Analyze system-generated data and develop reports to support business decisions, problem-solving, and demand planning activities.
Establish and document standardized demand planning processes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and repeatable results.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure forecast accuracy, effectiveness, and overall demand planning performance.
Identify root causes of forecasting variances and implement corrective actions to improve results.
Drive continuous improvement by evaluating existing processes and implementing improved forecasting methodologies, tools, and techniques.
Support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing accurate demand forecasts, data analysis, and actionable business insights.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
5–7 years of professional experience in Demand Planning, preferably within a demand-driven organization.
Experience working across Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and related business functions.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing demand forecasts.
Strong understanding of demand planning principles, forecasting methodologies, and the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and forecasting.
Experience analyzing large datasets and translating findings into actionable business recommendations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence business decisions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to identifying challenges and implementing solutions.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external business partners through telephone, computer, and other communication technologies.
Ability to occasionally move throughout the office to access meeting rooms, equipment, and other work areas.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the workday.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, and printers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment in the Nashville, TN area.
Occasional business travel may be required for meetings or other business-related activities.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Gathr Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Gathr Outdoors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities