EMEA Planner - Demand, Supply & Inventory
EMEA Planner - Demand, Supply & Inventory
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Job Description
The Opportunity
Location: Bielefeld
Full-time
Workplace type: Hybrid
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Planner to lead demand supply and inventory for Sea to Summit across the EMEA region. The purpose of this role is to ensure the right inventory is available to meet customer demand and support business plans across the region. You will work cross-functionally with Commercial Regional Planning S&OP Procurement and Global Supply Chain Analytics. Your efforts will play a key role in aligning regional forecasts with global strategies optimizing stock levels and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
Responsibilities
Demand Supply & Inventory Planning
- Own the end-to-end planning process across demand supply and inventory to support a balanced and agile supply chain.
- Develop a monthly rolling forecast aligned with commercial objectives and inventory requirements.
- Lead the regional S&OP process driving alignment with global timelines and strategic goals.
- Set and manage inventory targets based on service levels lead times and product criticality minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
- Deliver a consolidated regional view to inform global scenario planning capacity decisions and supply optimization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with regional Sales Finance and Global Purchasing to support integrated decision-making.
- Ensure timely accurate input from stakeholders throughout the planning process.
- Facilitate scenario planning and cross-functional alignment where needed.
Process & Best Practice Leadership
- Champion best practices tools and methodologies to improve planning efficiency and accuracy.
- Drive continuous improvement in forecasting and supply planning processes.
- Serve as a key point of contact for regional and global planning systems/tools.
Data Integrity & Reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely data integration into global planning frameworks.
- Analyze trends risks and performance to deliver actionable insights.
- Prepare and present clear reports to both regional and global leadership teams.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Economics or a related field
- 5 years of experience in demand planning forecasting or supply chain management preferably in consumer goods or outdoor products
- Experience working with multiple markets/subsidiaries and distributors in a regional role.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across regional and global teams.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in demand planning
- Advanced knowledge of relevant IT tools (ERP WMS Excel Power BI or similar)
Additional Information :
Our Value Proposition
- Working alongside an international team with passion for outdoors
- Discounts & Gear allowance
- Volunteering Day Off to play an active role in giving back to the community
- Continuous learning and development for your personal growth
- Employee Assistance Program as part of our commitment to improve your holistic wellbeing
- Competitive salary package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sea to Summit is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race colour gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion disability national origin protected veteran status age or any other status protected by applicable national federal state or local law.
NOTE: This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualification associated with the job. The successful candidate will be expected to perform all functions from administrative processing to leading change initiatives.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
