
Junior Demand Planner (f/m/d)
Job Description
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts in SAP IBP, incorporating sales trends, promotions, and market inputs.
- Lead and actively contribute to the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) ensuring alignment between demand and supply.
- Monitor forecast accuracy, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to improve planning performance.
- Create purchase orders for local converting based on forecast, inventory levels, and promotional requirements.
- Monitor inventory, manage stock levels (including SLOB), and support overall supply chain performance through KPI tracking.
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of Master Data in SAP (e.g. MRP data, info records, source lists, packaging data).
- Oversee inbound logistics, including coordination with suppliers and 3PL warehouse, and manage goods receipt processes.
- Handle inbound issues such as delivery discrepancies and damaged goods, ensuring timely resolution.
- Support operational and compliance activities, including pallet management and Intrastat reporting.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, or related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or similar roles.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to work with forecasts, KPIs, and inventory data.
- Experience with SAP and demand planning tools (e.g. IBP) is strongly preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills (mandatory).
- Good understanding of S&OP processes and supply chain dynamics.
- Fluent in English (B2) and Czech/Slovak (C1-C2)
- Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving mindset, and ability to work cross‑functionally.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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