Case Study: Bemis Manufacturing achieves sharp inventory reduction and 97% service levels with Demand Solutions

Putting a Lid on Excessive Inventory

Bemis Manufacturing, the world’s largest toilet-seat maker based in Sheboygan Falls, WI, faced intense competition from low-cost Chinese rivals while serving demanding channels—mass merchants, home centers and wholesalers—that expect short lead times and can trigger large, rapid swings in demand. To tighten inventory control while preserving its innovation and high service levels, Bemis implemented Demand Solutions Forecast Management, Requirements Planning and Sales & Operations Planning.

Using Demand Solutions, Bemis completed the software rollout in under six weeks and achieved full ROI within two months, sharply reducing inventory while maintaining service levels around 97% and meeting customers’ two- to three-day shipping expectations. Demand Solutions’ forecasting, planning and S&OP capabilities helped Bemis handle large order swings, lower supply-chain costs and stay responsive to major retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot.

Bemis Manufacturing

Mike Subat

Manager, Demand Planning