We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for building and maintaining demand forecasts, generating insights, and supporting decision-making within the S&OP process.

You will collaborate closely with regional Demand Partners and cross-functional teams to ensure forecast accuracy, data integrity, and continuous improvement in demand planning.

• Build and maintain the demand baseline across multiple aggregation levels, aligned with the S&OP calendar.
• Analyze forecast vs. sales performance (M-1 / M-2) and demand KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Select and adjust statistical forecasting models, including manual overrides where required.
• Maintain and update master data (CVC, product alignments) and ensure overall data integrity.
• Cleanse sales history (incl. NPI, LTOs, and product realignments) and manage actuals updates.
• Perform APO corrections, data uploads, and system maintenance activities.
• Generate and communicate insights, highlighting risks and opportunities for Demand Partners and Commercial teams.
• Prepare data and materials for S&OP forums (Demand Review, Supply Review, Executive Review).
• Update and align forecasts across systems (APO, satellite systems) and ensure consistency.
• Release the forecast to SNP on a monthly and ad-hoc basis.
• Support portfolio optimization initiatives, including SKU rationalization and NPI/LTO performance analysis.
• Manage delisting processes, including evaluation, validation, and communication of changesDrive continuous improvement through root-cause analysis and feedback loops.

• Strong experience in Demand Planning / Forecasting / S&OP processes.
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Experience with SAP APO/SNP, ECC, EPM, and advanced Excel.
• Solid understanding of data management and master data governance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate data into insights.
• Experience working in cross-functional and multicultural environments.
• Continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach to problem-solvingA.
• dvanced English required.