Chad Walz

About Chad Walz

With over a decade of experience, I specialize in demand planning and supply chain optimization, currently serving as a Senior Demand Planner at Modine Manufacturing. My expertise lies in developing data-driven strategies that align supply chain operations with customer needs, fostering efficiency and customer satisfaction. Passionate about leveraging analytics and cross-functional collaboration, I strive to enhance inventory management while minimizing risk and improving service levels. I bring a strong commitment to aligning processes with organizational goals and contributing diverse perspectives to the team. At Modine Manufacturing, I have spearheaded the implementation of an end-to-end demand planning and SIOP process, enhancing customer fulfillment and reducing backorders. By utilizing advanced data analytics tools and partnering with cross-functional teams, I’ve optimized inventory management and streamlined decision-making processes. My work continues to focus on driving operational efficiency and ensuring seamless supply chain alignment with business objectives.

Experience

1. Senior Demand Planner

   Modine Manufacturing Company

   Apr 2024 — Present · Racine, WI, US

   Developed a comprehensive end-to-end demand planning and SIOP process to enhance customer fulfillment. • Minimized inventory risk and reduced customer backorders through strategic forecasting and analysis. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align supply chain operations with customer needs, improving service levels. • Leveraged data analytics tools to drive decision-making and optimize inventory management, resulting in a more efficient process.

Education

• State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry

  MPS, Applied Ecology - Aquatic Chemical Ecology

  2012 — 2013

• State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Earth and Atmospheric System Science

  2007 — 2011