Supply Chain Operations and Demand Planning Sr. Specialist
WhataburgerWelcome to Whataburger Careers! Our Flavor — Why Whataburger Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference. Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart , and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection. Your Recipe For Impact — What You’ll Do As a Supply Chain Operations and Demand Planning Sr. Specialist, you'll help ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time to support our restaurants and Guests. By combining data-driven insights with cross-functional collaboration, you'll optimize inventory performance, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. In this role, you'll Make a Difference by identifying opportunities that improve service, efficiency, and business performance. You'll Serve with Heart by supporting the operational needs of our restaurants and partners. You'll Win as One by collaborating across teams to align supply chain strategies and business objectives. And you'll Move Forward Boldly by leveraging analytics, innovation, and proactive problem-solving to enhance planning capabilities and supply chain performance. Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities As a Supply Chain Operations and Demand Planning Sr. Specialist, you will: Lead demand and supply planning across products, suppliers, and business segments. Analyze inventory, operational, and demand data to identify risks and opportunities. Develop inventory strategies that balance service levels, cost, and working capital. Build and maintain forecasting, replenishment, and planning models. Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for supply chain challenges. Facilitate cross-functional planning discussions and support business decision-making. Develop dashboards, scorecards, and performance reporting to drive visibility and accountability. Monitor inventory, logistics, and supply chain performance trends. Support product launches, growth initiatives, and strategic business projects. Recommend and implement improvements to forecasting, inventory, and supply chain processes. Develop business cases and data-driven analyses to support operational decisions. Serve as a supply chain planning resource and trusted partner to stakeholders across the organization. Perform other duties as assigned. The Sauce — Pay & Perks As a Supply Chain Operations and Demand Planning Sr. Specialist, you will receive: Competitive Weekly Pay Bonus Program 5 weeks of PTO Starting on Day One Flex Weeks Paid Corporate Holidays Paid Parental Leave 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4% Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits Opportunities for Career Development and Growth Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents also eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance Discounted Meals for You and a Guest Cell Phone Service Discounts Computer & Software Discounts Fitness / Gym Discounts Awards and recognition for all you do Retirement Celebration Program What You Bring To The Table — Required Experience As a Supply Chain Operations and Demand Planning Sr. Specialist, you must have: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. 4+ years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, inventory management, logistics, or related disciplines. Experience analyzing complex business and operational data to drive decisions. Experience developing forecasts, inventory plans, or replenishment strateg…