H-1B Visa Demand Planning Manager Jobs
Demand Planning Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position typically requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations research, or a related field. Employers in consumer goods, retail, and manufacturing regularly sponsor H-1B transfers and new cap filings for this function.
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Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for driving end-to-end demand planning and forecasting activities to support effective supply chain operations and business growth. The role manages sales forecasts, analyzes demand trends, and collaborates closely with Sales, Product Management, SCM, and external customers to ensure optimal inventory levels, forecast accuracy, and service performance. The Demand Planning Manager leads CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) processes for key accounts, provides regular analysis of forecast versus actual performance, and proactively identifies risks and improvement opportunities related to inventory, fulfillment, and order management. This role plays a critical coordination function across internal teams and US counterparts to align demand signals, purchasing plans, and supply availability, while driving continuous improvement in planning processes, KPIs, and data integrity.
Responsibilities
- Own demand planning for smart home devices, including forecasting, supply alignment, and inventory planning across the full product lifecycle
- Manage end‑to‑end planning activities covering demand forecasting, production coordination, delivery planning, sales alignment, and inventory control
- Apply strong demand planning and supply chain expertise to support planning activities across diverse operating environments, including early‑stage or evolving partner setups
- Lead regular business reviews (primarily weekly) with distribution partners to align on forecasts, sell‑out performance, inventory status, and order planning
- Closely monitor inventory risks such as excess, shortages, and aging stock, and proactively adjust plans to protect sales performance and profitability
- Work cross‑functionally with supply chain, production planning, logistics, inventory, and sales teams to ensure end‑to‑end alignment
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and help build scalable planning structures as the business and partner landscape evolves
- Make data‑driven and experience‑based planning decisions in complex and uncertain business environments, applying creative judgment to balance customer requirements with internal supply and operational constraints
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
- 7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, or related supply chain roles, preferably within consumer electronics, smart home devices, or similar industries
- Strong expertise in end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, production planning, logistics, inventory control, and sales coordination
- Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interface directly with retail partners and senior leadership
- Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound, data‑driven decisions in complex and evolving business environments
- APICS certification preferred
COMPENSATION
- Recruiting Range: $115,000 - $125,000 USD
BENEFITS OFFERED FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:
- No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
- Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
- Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
- Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
- Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
- Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
- Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
BENEFITS OFFERED TEMPORARY/CONTRACTORS:
- Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.
Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our team by phone at: 973-477-7090 or support@lg4me.freshdesk.com. This email and phone number will only reply to accommodation requests and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.
INTRODUCTION
Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for driving end-to-end demand planning and forecasting activities to support effective supply chain operations and business growth. The role manages sales forecasts, analyzes demand trends, and collaborates closely with Sales, Product Management, SCM, and external customers to ensure optimal inventory levels, forecast accuracy, and service performance. The Demand Planning Manager leads CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) processes for key accounts, provides regular analysis of forecast versus actual performance, and proactively identifies risks and improvement opportunities related to inventory, fulfillment, and order management. This role plays a critical coordination function across internal teams and US counterparts to align demand signals, purchasing plans, and supply availability, while driving continuous improvement in planning processes, KPIs, and data integrity.
Responsibilities
- Own demand planning for smart home devices, including forecasting, supply alignment, and inventory planning across the full product lifecycle
- Manage end‑to‑end planning activities covering demand forecasting, production coordination, delivery planning, sales alignment, and inventory control
- Apply strong demand planning and supply chain expertise to support planning activities across diverse operating environments, including early‑stage or evolving partner setups
- Lead regular business reviews (primarily weekly) with distribution partners to align on forecasts, sell‑out performance, inventory status, and order planning
- Closely monitor inventory risks such as excess, shortages, and aging stock, and proactively adjust plans to protect sales performance and profitability
- Work cross‑functionally with supply chain, production planning, logistics, inventory, and sales teams to ensure end‑to‑end alignment
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and help build scalable planning structures as the business and partner landscape evolves
- Make data‑driven and experience‑based planning decisions in complex and uncertain business environments, applying creative judgment to balance customer requirements with internal supply and operational constraints
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
- 7+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, or related supply chain roles, preferably within consumer electronics, smart home devices, or similar industries
- Strong expertise in end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, production planning, logistics, inventory control, and sales coordination
- Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interface directly with retail partners and senior leadership
- Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound, data‑driven decisions in complex and evolving business environments
- APICS certification preferred
COMPENSATION
- Recruiting Range: $115,000 - $125,000 USD
BENEFITS OFFERED FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:
- No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
- Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
- Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
- Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
- Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
- Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
- Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
BENEFITS OFFERED TEMPORARY/CONTRACTORS:
- Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.
Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our team by phone at: 973-477-7090 or support@lg4me.freshdesk.com. This email and phone number will only reply to accommodation requests and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Demand Planning Manager
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to demand planning work. A supply chain, operations research, statistics, or industrial engineering degree strengthens specialty occupation approval. A general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings under SOC code 13-1081 for Logisticians or 11-3071 for Transportation Managers. This surfaces employers who have sponsored comparable roles and shows certified wage levels in your target metro.
Target employers outside the lottery cap
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-related entities are cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Demand planning roles exist at large research-driven institutions, and cap-exempt sponsorship removes the uncertainty of April registration.
Find H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Demand Planning Manager listings on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B filing history. This narrows your search to companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this function, saving you from applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely.
Document your forecasting tool expertise
Demand planning roles often require specialized software proficiency in SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, or Kinaxis RapidResponse. Certifications or project records tied to these platforms reinforce the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating the theoretical and applied knowledge USCIS looks for.
Negotiate filing timing before accepting an offer
Confirm whether the employer will file for premium processing and clarify whether your start date requires a cap-subject or cap-exempt petition. If you're on OPT, verify your STEM extension timeline against the October 1 H-1B start date so there's no gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa Demand Planning Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Demand Planning Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Demand Planning Manager positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations research, statistics, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on the degree requirement for the specific role, not just the job title. If the employer's job description specifies a relevant degree as a minimum requirement, the position generally qualifies.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for demand planning roles?
Consumer packaged goods, retail, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and automotive manufacturing are the industries with the heaviest demand planning hiring and corresponding H-1B sponsorship activity. These sectors run large supply chain organizations where forecasting accuracy is tied directly to revenue, making them willing to sponsor experienced professionals. You can confirm active sponsors by searching H-1B LCA filings through the OFLC Wage Search or by browsing verified-sponsor listings on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Demand Planning Manager job without starting over?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed, provided you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer files an I-129 petition describing the demand planning role, and you don't need to re-enter the lottery. Maintain your I-94 and pay stubs from the previous employer throughout the transition.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for a Demand Planning Manager in your work location, as determined by DOL wage data. Prevailing wages are set at four wage levels based on experience and complexity of duties. Senior demand planning positions with cross-functional scope typically fall at Level III or IV. You can look up applicable wage rates for your metro using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer.
What should I look for in an employer's H-1B sponsorship commitment for a demand planning role?
Ask whether the employer will cover H-1B filing fees, including the I-129 petition and premium processing if you need a faster decision. Confirm the employer has sponsored this specific function before, since procurement or logistics titles are sometimes misclassified in ways that draw USCIS scrutiny. An employer with a dedicated immigration team or outside counsel is better positioned to handle a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation determination is questioned.