Demand Planner
Today• Everett, WA
Funko Overview
Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.
But what does Funko do?
Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of lenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.
As a Wholesale Demand Planner, you’ll play a critical role in shaping Funko’s demand strategy by creating accurate, actionable forecasts that balance revenue growth with inventory health. You’ll partner cross-functionally to translate sales, marketing, and pop culture trends into reliable demand signals that power our supply chain.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage short- and long-range item level forecasts to support strategic planning and future product line decisions; while minimizing inventory risk and maximizing revenue.
- Analyze historical sales, seasonality, and demand drivers such as new launches, promotions, pricing changes, and product obsolescence, while incorporating pop culture and fandom trends (movie releases, anniversaries, cultural moments, IP momentum) into forecast assumptions.
- Reduce forecast error and volatility through continuous process improvement and KPI monitoring.
- Assist in quarterly category forecast reviews with Merchandising, Licensing, and Marketing to align forecasts with the merchandising vision.
- Partner closely with Sales, Supply Planning, and Operations to align demand signals with supply execution communicating forecast risks and opportunities proactively to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
- Facilitate monthly demand reviews, reporting on forecast accuracy, YOY trends, and performance gaps, lead root-cause analysis and recommend mitigating actions.
- Maintain demand planning systems and ensure high-quality master data through ongoing data hygiene and governance.
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Must-Have Superhero Gadgetry
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning.
- Advanced analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
- Advanced Excel proficiency.
- Working knowledge of demand planning and forecasting tools and methodology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functionally across multiple leadership levels.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
Salary Information
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $77,968 -- $92,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives.
What Funko Offers
Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!
Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!
Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This onsite position is based in Everett, WA.
Client-provided location(s): Everett, WA
Job ID: oQDwzfwi
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-02-02T18:33:26
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