Head of Demand Planning & Sales Forecasting(m/w/x)

Beschreibung

In this role, you will take charge of demand and production planning, collaborating closely with various teams to ensure accurate forecasts and smooth operations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve analyzing data, managing suppliers, and leading a cross-functional team to drive efficiency and support the growth strategy.

Anforderungen

• •Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or comparable field
• •7+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, or Supply Chain
• •Confident handling of ERP and planning tools, strong analytical and Excel skills
• •Experience in leadership responsibility and team coordination
• •Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented way of working
• •High affinity for process optimization, data, and KPIs
• •Very good English language skills

Aufgaben

• •Create and maintain accurate forecasts
• •Enhance demand and production planning
• •Collaborate with Sales, eCommerce, Finance, and Product Development
• •Improve demand-planning tools for better accuracy
• •Steer material and production planning processes
• •Monitor production progress and delivery status
• •Track stock levels and identify potential bottlenecks
• •Analyze forecast deviations and implement corrective actions
• •Ensure smooth material and product flows
• •Manage supplier relationships and contracts
• •Support efficiency and cost optimization projects
• •Optimize company-wide planning and sourcing processes
• •Contribute to international supply chain and procurement strategy
• •Develop demand-planning strategy based on market trends
• •Create scenario analyses and business cases
• •Identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain
• •Participate in cross-functional process optimization projects
• •Lead a cross-functional Planning & Ordering team
• •Establish high-performance structures within the team
• •Act as a sparring partner for Management and other departments
• •Monitor budget, KPIs, and relevant performance metrics

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