Demand Planner

Position Overview

We are seeking a Demand Planner (m/w/d) for a retail industry client based in Düren, Germany. This role is a permanent position directly with the client, offering varied responsibilities across the full product lifecycle and demand forecasting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire lifecycle of products from introduction to phase-out, ensuring accurate master data maintenance.
• Continuously monitor sales developments by comparing actual figures to forecasts and adjust predictions in response to market changes, supply chain disruptions, or sales deviations.
• Analyze key performance indicators to assess and improve both forecast accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
• Present analytical results clearly and communicate effectively to all internal stakeholders.
• Independently create and update sales forecasts while guaranteeing high forecast quality.
• Apply statistical techniques and modern forecasting tools to produce reliable sales predictions.
• Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to incorporate all sales-related information into planning.

Candidate Profile

• Completed commercial education or university degree.
• Three to five years of professional experience in a comparable role.
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office and good SAP knowledge.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical skills with an understanding of market and industry developments.
• Assertiveness and the ability to resolve conflicts constructively.
• Highly developed business acumen.
• High degree of self-initiative, resilience, and a proactive approach to work.

Benefits Provided

• Permanently contracted employment.
• Flexible work schedules, including two days of home office per week.
• Competitive and performance-based compensation.
• Interesting, varied, and independent tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Free employee parking and onsite canteen facilities.
• Financial support for company pension plans.
• Opportunities for further training and development.

Additional Information

The recruitment process currently accommodates Covid-19 considerations, offering telephone and video interviews as alternatives to in-person meetings. Applicants are invited to apply with just a resume, referencing the job ID 60030-0013395398.