Manager, Aftermarket Demand Planning (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2025-12-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

02: Building 02 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Aftermarket Demand Planning Manager to lead demand planning efforts in support of our Environmental & Airframe Control Systems (EACS) business. This role is responsible for aligning supply and demand across key functions, leading a team of planners, and driving process improvements through continuous improvement principles. 

You will work closely with finance, supply chain, operations, and analytics teams to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize inventory, and support overall business objectives. If you're passionate about data-driven planning and cross-functional leadership, we’d love to hear from you. 

What You Will Do 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, contracts, program managers, supply chain, operations, and repair stations to validate and align supply and demand plans. 

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of aftermarket planners and supporting contractors to achieve performance goals. 

• Apply CORE (Continuous Improvement) methodologies to identify process gaps and implement sustainable corrective actions. 

• Facilitate Tier meetings and manage escalations to drive accountability, close performance gaps, and meet customer requirements. 

• Partner with the aftermarket business analytics team to enhance existing dashboards and develop new metrics to improve visibility and decision-making. 

• Drive the execution of key initiatives focused on improving demand planning processes, increasing forecast accuracy, and optimizing inventory levels. 

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience 

 

 Qualifications We Prefer 

• Led, coached, and developed teams with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement. 

• Utilized ERP systems such as SAP and advanced planning tools to align supply and demand accurately. 

• Applied data analytics tools including SQL, Alteryx, and Microsoft Excel to support operational analysis. 

• Designed and maintained dashboards and KPIs to improve visibility, track performance, and inform decision-making. 

• Executed process improvement initiatives and change management activities using methodologies such as CORE, Lean, or Six Sigma. 

• change management efforts using methodologies like CORE, Lean, or Six Sigma.  

What We Offer  

Benefits  

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees 

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option 

• Tuition reimbursement program 

• Student Loan Repayment Program