Demand Planning Manager (m/f/d)
Job Title: Demand Planning Manager
Location: Hamburg, Germany (hybrid working)
Position Overview:
As the Demand Planning Manager, you will be responsible for driving and managing the demand planning process across the business. Your primary focus will be to ensure that products are available to meet customer demand while minimizing excess inventory, contributing to both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and supply chain to create accurate forecasts, manage demand changes, and ensure the alignment of production and supply chain strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the end-to-end demand planning process, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements.
- Manage and support in the development ofthe S&OP process, ensuring alignment between sales, production, and supply chain teams to meet business objectives.
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing teams.
- Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and external factors to optimize forecasting accuracy.
- Work closely with supply chain and production teams to ensure demand forecasts are aligned with capacity and inventory strategies.
- Manage the demand review process, communicating key insights to senior management and making adjustments as needed.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance demand forecasting and planning.
- Collaborate with the sales team to incorporate new product launches, promotions, and seasonal trends into demand planning.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand forecasting accuracy and inventory levels.
- Ensure proper communication and coordination between departments to minimize disruptions and ensure on-time product availability.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
- At least 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a related field, ideally within the food and beverage industry.
- Strong knowledge of demand planning software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills (SAP, Kinaxis, or similar platforms preferred).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- English and German varying abilities accepted.
- Experience working with complex product portfolios and managing demand for a wide range of products.
- A proactive, results-driven attitude with strong attention to detail.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume!
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