Demand Planner

Plan and manage allocated supply chain resources and demand processes to ensure that customer service targets are met at a minimum operating cost, with optimum stock levels. Establish robust demand forecasts by using relevant statistical tools and market and sales information, such as planned sales orders, customer contracts, intercompany standing orders, promotional activity, seasonality, brand changes, etc. Cooperate with personnel (sales, marketing, customer service) to deliver accurate, demand-driven forecast plans. Conduct analysis of sales forecasts, together with marketing and finance insight; report on forecast accuracy; and coordinate updates by managing demand changes from key areas within the targeted business.

About the position

We're excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Demand Planner to join our high-performing Benelux operations team at Kraft Heinz. As a key member of our team, you'll report to the Head of Demand Planning Benelux and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive business growth.

As a Demand Planner, you'll be responsible for managing all categories for our Away From Home business in the Benelux. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping our demand planning strategy, leveraging historical data and new insights to inform discussions on new product launches, future innovations, factory planning, logistics planning, and stock policy. Your goal will be to ensure that we have the right products in the right place at the right time to meet customer demand.

In brief, you are responsible for:

Managing the forecast of our full range of FMCG products, generating high-quality base forecasts down to SKU level using our O9 platform

Driving Forecast Accuracy by developing robust demand forecasts, incorporating promotional and media plans, and coordinating inputs from cross-functional teams

Establishing and maintaining a framework for constructive forecast challenges, driving consensus and accuracy

Collaborating with the central Supply Planning team to ensure seamless product flow to our local warehouses

Optimize inventory levels and minimize write-offs through our monthly supply chain loss processes and clearance sales initiatives with the sales departments

Ensure exceptional customer service levels, including Case Fill Rate and Requested Delivery Date, to drive operational efficiency

Partner with supply planning, commercial category, and sales teams to successfully launch new products and renovate existing ones

Must haves

At least a completed Bachelor’s degree

3+ years prior supply chain is essential, and demand planning experience is a plus

Advanced Excel knowledge

SAP/ O9 experience

Fluency in English is mandatory

Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.

Professional Attributes

Can do mentality - You are hands on; if you see a problem, you find and implement a solution

Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. Your simplification skills will be highly appreciated. We want you to provide simple solutions when dealing with complex challenges

Collaborative mindset - You believe that the best results come from working closely with others, and you actively seek out opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, supply planning, and commercial category, to drive business outcomes and share knowledge.

High pressure - You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the contrary, a demanding and multifaceted environment is what keeps you energized

Team player - Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a standout colleague, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates

An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you;

A fast career track like only few other companies can match;

A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market);

Always room for new insights; if you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!