Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
Job Description:
Position Overview
The Demand Planner is a high-impact role responsible for owning demand forecasts for assigned product families, with a strong focus on domestic content alignment. This position ensures that commercial demand signals translate into executable plans aligned with domestic sourcing strategies, production capacity, and supply constraints.
Partnering closely with Commercial, Procurement, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams, the Demand Planner provides data-driven insights, scenario modeling, and risk assessments to support strategic decision-making. While not owning the full S&OP process, this role significantly influences demand inputs and forecast integrity across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Own item-level and aggregate demand forecasts for assigned product families
- Lead monthly demand alignment reviews with Commercial teams, challenging assumptions and improving forecast accuracy
- Provide scenario modeling and risk analysis to support S&OP and leadership discussions
- Serve as the demand lead for domestic content visibility, including mix tracking, allocation planning, and exposure analysis
- Align demand forecasts with domestic supply availability and production capacity constraints
- Partner with Procurement and Operations to identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Translate market intelligence and pipeline data into structured, data-driven forecasts
- Support inventory strategy, new product introductions, and product transitions
- Monitor forecast performance and supply chain KPIs; perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions
- Contribute to continuous improvement of planning methodologies, tools, and data governance
Required Qualifications & Experience
- 4–6+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning
- Experience in manufacturing, clean energy, or regulated/domestic-content-driven environments preferred
- Strong analytical skills, including scenario modeling and data interpretation
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed organization
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- APICS certification preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and planning/ERP systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect planning decisions to financial and operational outcomes
Our Culture
At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.
Unleash Voices
We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.
Customer Fluent
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.
Infinite Impact
We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.
All In
We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.
