Demand Planner II

BLUBERI VALUES:

• We Are the New School
• Clarity and Transparency
• Find It, Fix It, Own It
• Standard Operating Success
• Easiest Company to do Business With
• It’s A Team Sport
• Celebrate Wins, But Never Be Satisfied

About the Company Headquartered in Las Vegas and backed by more than 25 years of industry experience, Bluberi is an inventive company that is dedicated to developing and delivering the highest quality casino gaming experience to players and operators. Our team is comprised of seasoned, multi-talented innovators who are focused on bringing gaming to life with entertaining games and high-performing cabinets. We are the risk-taking spirit of gambling, and we add imagination and innovation to everything we create.

About the Team:

The Supply Chain team is a vital part of our organization dedicated to ensuring customer demand is met with precision and reliability while maintaining optimal inventory levels to minimize holding costs.  This balance is achieved through proactive demand planning, strategic sourcing, and detailed analysis.

In this highly detailed and fast-moving environment team members rely on accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail to ensure product components are purchased in the correct quantities at the correct time.  Each person plays a critical role in collaborating with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Financial Planning & Analysis to support product sales and new product launches while ensuring supply chain decisions align with broader business objectives.

Through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making, the Supply Chain team delivers value by reducing excess inventory, improving cash flow, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

 Job Summary:

The Demand Planner II plays a key role in developing accurate demand forecasts to support Bluberi’s manufacturing, distribution, and sales operations. This position partners closely with Sales, Product Management, and Operations teams to translate market intelligence and historical data into actionable forecasts that ensure optimal inventory levels and timely product availability. As a mid-level planning professional, the Demand Planner II contributes to continuous improvement in forecasting processes, data integrity, and cross-functional alignment while supporting the scalability of Bluberi’s supply chain as the company grows.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Forecast Development:

• Develop and maintain rolling demand forecasts for slot machines, and related components.
• Incorporate sales trends, product launches, promotions, and market insights into forecast models.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Partner with Sales and Product teams to understand demand drivers, upcoming launches, and promotional activities.
• Work with Operations and Procurement to balance supply with demand and prevent stockouts or excess inventory.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Analyze historical data, customer orders, and sales trends to improve forecast accuracy.
• Prepare and present monthly demand planning reports, highlighting variances and recommendations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, bias, and service levels.

Process Improvement:

• Support continuous improvement initiatives in demand planning processes, systems, and tools.
• Assist in implementing forecasting software enhancements or ERP integrations.

Cross-Functional Planning:

• Participate in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand and supply plans.
• Collaborate on lifecycle management for slot machine models and product transitions. Take active involvement in meetings, trainings, and committees
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics (manufacturing experience preferred).
• Experience in the gaming, electronics, or casino equipment industry a strong plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent). Experience with NetSuite is a strong plus.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience with for