Demand Planner
Core
Manage and balance the flow of information and goods through demand forecasting in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) to align supply chain, finance, and commercial teams.
Role type
Demand Planner
Builds
Demand forecasts, inventory strategies, and supply chain alignment for medical products
Domain
Medical devices / Supply Chain Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Statistical modeling, Inventory management, ERP systems (IBP, SAP, APO), Scenario planning, S&OP management, Data analysis
Preferred skills
Master's in Supply Chain, APICS certification, Data analytics specialization
Technologies
IBP, SAP, APO, Excel, MRP
Responsibilities
Integrate statistical forecasting with market knowledge to enrich demand plans; Prepare monthly demand reviews and secure consensus sign-off; Manage event tools for tenders and new product launches; Lead S&OP sessions and support S&OE for specific projects; Monitor and develop strategies to enhance demand planning KPIs (accuracy, bias, inventory value); Manage obsolete inventory and supply disruptions; Ensure correct master data in planning systems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC