Green Card Demand Planning Manager Jobs
Demand Planning Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing your I-140 petition. Supply chain and forecasting expertise is in consistent demand across manufacturing, retail, and consumer goods employers actively filing PERM applications for international professionals.
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Location: Edina, MN
Position Type: 12+ month contract to (hire + multi-extension capability)
Rate: 36.00/hr. W2
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Analyst to manage weekly sales and order forecasts for key segments within our Consumer Electronics (CE) business. In this role, you will be the primary driver of the weekly Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) process with major national retail partners, specifically Best Buy. You will work cross-functionally across Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics to actively coordinate Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), identify supply risks and opportunities, and deliver clear, actionable data analysis. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to hit assigned sales goals, maintain optimal channel inventory targets (Weeks of Supply / WOS), and drive high forecast accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- CPFR Management: Lead and execute the weekly CPFR process with key national retail partners (e.g., Best Buy) to align inventory and demand strategies.
- Forecasting: Build, refine, and communicate weekly Sell-In and Sell-Thru unit forecasts.
- S&OP Alignment: Drive weekly internal Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) recaps, manage daily supply chain escalations, and resolve demand/supply gaps.
- ERP & Order Management: Ensure high accuracy of order management within SAP.
- Risk & Trend Analysis: Identify macro-level market trends, maintain weekly risk analyses, and track daily/weekly sales achievements against target metrics.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and optimize supply chain KPIs, including channel risk, inventory health (WOS), and shipping performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with internal stakeholders and external accounts, presenting insights to build consensus across multi-cultural teams.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 5–7 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, or Business Analysis.
- Critical Skillset: Proven hands-on experience in Demand Planning and forecasting is essential.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and the MS Office Suite. Hands-on experience with SAP (or similar enterprise ERP system) is required.
Preferred Background
- Prior experience in retail, consumer electronics, or high-volume consumer goods (CPG).
- Direct experience managing CPFR processes with major national retail accounts.
Soft Skills & Work Style
- Strong analytical mindset with rigorous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with an ability to influence consensus.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a high-demand environment.
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Supply Chain – Demand Planning Analyst (S& OP)
Location: Edina, MN
Position Type: 12+ month contract to (hire + multi-extension capability)
Rate: 36.00/hr. W2
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Analyst to manage weekly sales and order forecasts for key segments within our Consumer Electronics (CE) business. In this role, you will be the primary driver of the weekly Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) process with major national retail partners, specifically Best Buy. You will work cross-functionally across Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics to actively coordinate Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), identify supply risks and opportunities, and deliver clear, actionable data analysis. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to hit assigned sales goals, maintain optimal channel inventory targets (Weeks of Supply / WOS), and drive high forecast accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- CPFR Management: Lead and execute the weekly CPFR process with key national retail partners (e.g., Best Buy) to align inventory and demand strategies.
- Forecasting: Build, refine, and communicate weekly Sell-In and Sell-Thru unit forecasts.
- S&OP Alignment: Drive weekly internal Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) recaps, manage daily supply chain escalations, and resolve demand/supply gaps.
- ERP & Order Management: Ensure high accuracy of order management within SAP.
- Risk & Trend Analysis: Identify macro-level market trends, maintain weekly risk analyses, and track daily/weekly sales achievements against target metrics.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and optimize supply chain KPIs, including channel risk, inventory health (WOS), and shipping performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with internal stakeholders and external accounts, presenting insights to build consensus across multi-cultural teams.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 5–7 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, or Business Analysis.
- Critical Skillset: Proven hands-on experience in Demand Planning and forecasting is essential.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and the MS Office Suite. Hands-on experience with SAP (or similar enterprise ERP system) is required.
Preferred Background
- Prior experience in retail, consumer electronics, or high-volume consumer goods (CPG).
- Direct experience managing CPFR processes with major national retail accounts.
Soft Skills & Work Style
- Strong analytical mindset with rigorous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with an ability to influence consensus.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a high-demand environment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Demand Planning Manager
Align your credentials with PERM requirements early
PERM applications specify minimum education and experience requirements that must match your actual qualifications exactly. If your demand planning background combines a related degree with years of experience, document the equivalency before your employer files to avoid RFE delays.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Manufacturers, retailers, and logistics companies with large supply chain teams file PERM applications regularly for planning roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter Demand Planning Manager jobs by green card sponsorship history so you focus your search on employers who've done this before.
Understand how EB-3 removes lottery pressure entirely
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and no registration window. Your employer files PERM directly with DOL after completing the recruitment process, making timeline predictability far more consistent for demand planning professionals from most countries outside India and China.
Request a PERM wage audit before accepting an offer
DOL requires your employer to pay the OFLC prevailing wage for your specific job location and duties. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search tool before signing, since a wage below the prevailing level will block PERM certification regardless of your qualifications.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation profile
Demand Planning Manager maps to specific O*NET occupation codes that define the role's typical education and skill requirements. Referencing these definitions when building your credential documentation helps align your experience with the job duties your employer will describe in the PERM application.
Prepare for EB-2 NIW if self-sponsorship fits your profile
If your work in demand planning has industry-wide impact, a National Interest Waiver petition lets you self-sponsor without an employer's PERM filing. EB-2 NIW applicants must demonstrate that waiving the job offer requirement benefits the United States, which USCIS evaluates on a case-by-case basis.
Green Card Demand Planning Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Demand Planning Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Demand Planning Manager positions qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on how the employer defines the minimum requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized experience. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree, which describes the majority of demand planning postings. Your employer's PERM application will specify which category applies based on their stated job requirements.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization tied to a single employer. There's no annual lottery for EB-2 or EB-3 petitions, so your case won't be rejected by random selection. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM recruitment process, I-140 filing, and priority date waiting period typically span two to four years or more, depending on your country of birth and visa bulletin movement.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for this position?
Your employer must complete a supervised recruitment process through DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This includes placing job advertisements, reviewing applications, and documenting outcomes. DOL then certifies the application before your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The recruitment period, DOL review, and I-140 adjudication together typically take 12 to 24 months before your priority date even begins moving.
How do I find Demand Planning Manager jobs that actually sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Demand Planning Manager openings filtered specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which employers will support a PERM application. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship intent reliably. Focusing on employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 PERM filing history saves months of conversations with companies that haven't sponsored before and may not be prepared to start the process.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar role once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. A Demand Planning Manager moving to a comparable supply chain leadership position at a new employer would generally meet the same-or-similar standard, but you'll want to document the job duty overlap carefully and notify USCIS of the change.