Blue Yonder Demand Planning Specialist

March 6, 2026

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Job Title: Blue Yonder Demand Planning Specialist Job Location - Remote Duration - 06 months Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Blue Yonder (BY) Demand Planning Specialist with strong expertise in Statistical Forecasting, model tuning, and Demand Module configuration. The ideal candidate will play a key role in configuring demand planning systems, driving forecast accuracy, optimizing statistical models, and supporting end-to-end demand planning processes within Blue Yonder. Key Responsibilities Blue Yonder Demand Module • Participate in and support all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (Requirements gathering, Design, Development/Configuration, Testing, Deployment, Maintenance). • Configure, maintain, and enhance the Blue Yonder Demand (BY Demand) Module in alignment with business requirements. • Lead demand planning cycles and ensure accurate baseline forecast generation. • Manage UAT, workflow changes, and integration activities with upstream/downstream systems. • Troubleshoot application issues and coordinate resolution with IT or Blue Yonder support. • Work with data engineering teams to ensure data quality, data readiness, and integration consistency. • Build dashboards and reports to monitor forecast accuracy and model performance. • Utilize advanced analytics to recommend continuous improvements in forecasting processes. • Develop and tune statistical forecast models to improve accuracy. • Conduct deep-dive analysis into forecasting errors and identify root causes. • Create and maintain model governance frameworks, parameter tuning rules, and segmentation-based forecast strategies. • Implement best practices for causal factor modeling, seasonality adjustments, and hierarchical forecasting. • Partner with Demand Planners, Supply Chain Planners to understand drivers of demand variability. • Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) by providing insights into statistical forecasts and scenario analysis. Required Qualifications • 8-10 years of hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Demand (JDA Demand). • Strong knowledge of statistical forecasting techniques and parameter tuning. • Proven experience improving forecast accuracy through model optimization and process enhancements. • Solid understanding of demand planning concepts, supply chain processes, and S&OP. • Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). • Ability to translate business requirements into system configurations and technical solutions. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Blue Yonder Demand Module • Background in Semi-Conductor Memory Industry • Exposure to machine learning-based forecasting tools or time-series analytics. Apply tot his job

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