Group Demand Planner (m/f/d)

BayWa r.e. Jobportal
Jopestraße 4, 72072 Tübingen, Germany
Olivier van Noortweg 1a, 5993 SL, Maasbree, Netherlands

Fulltime

BayWa r.e. is the home for change makers. We r.e.think energy – how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet. At BayWa r.e. we effect change globally. With locations in 30 countries, we have over 4,500 people already working across the world, collaborating with local businesses to proactively shape the future of the energy sector.

With a network of over 20 locations worldwide, more than 1,400 employees and over 30 years of experience, the Business Entity Solar Trade within BayWa r.e. group is one of the world’s leading distributors of photovoltaic components. Throughout the B2B sector we supply and support our cooperation partners and installers with innovative photovoltaic products. We also offer trainings and organize roadshows to keep our customers up to date.

The experts for our own mounting system, novotegra, provide first installation support directly on site. In addition, we offer full system configurations and a digitalized customer journey via our planning tool Solar-Planit and our webshops. We are close to our customers and work together to protect what is most important to us all: Our planet!

About the role

The Group Demand Planner, located in Tübingen, Germany or Venlo, Netherlands is part of the Global Sales & Operations organization and is responsible for consolidating and managing demand planning activities across regions. The role ensures accurate forecasting to support central purchasing and inventory management, contributing to optimal stock levels and service performance. The position collaborates closely with internal stakeholders such as sales, supply planning, and management teams. Success in this role is measured by forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, service levels, and effective contribution to S&OP processes.

And this is how you protect the world we live in

Lead and execute demand planning and inventory management activities within the Global S&OP organization
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve demand forecasts using analytical models and data insight
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and alignment during S&OP cycles
Provide demand signals and inputs to supply planning for procurement and supply decisions
Monitor and report changes in sales forecasts, supply situation, and market developments impacting demand
Identify risks and opportunities and support the leadership team with mitigation strategies
Improve forecast accuracy and planning processes through data-driven initiatives
Manage inventory targets, balancing service level, cost, and obsolescence risks
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance S&OP maturity and efficiency

Who we are looking forward to

A University degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Supply Chain Management or similar
3–5 years of experience in demand planning, analytics, or similar roles in an international and complex organiozations
Advanced analytical skills and ability to work with complex data structures
Experience in demand planning, forecasting techniques, and S&OP processes
Ability to define and track KPIs for data-driven decision-making
Experience in distribution or PV/solar industry is nice to have
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build and maintain relationships across functions and regions
Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive, self-starter attitude
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global environment
Strong Excel skills
Experience with ERP and planning systems are preferred
Power BI or similar visualization tools are beneficial
Knowledge of supply chain planning tools is preferred

What you can look forward to

We care about you: if there are any problems, we will do everything we can to support you - no one is left out in the cold with us
Further training opportunities via internal and external training courses
Flexible working hours, mobile working and modern workplace equipment, plus 30 days of vacation
Discounted online shopping through our Corporate Benefits Portal
Hybrid work schedule with possibility to work remotely
Subsidy for the Germany Ticket, and e-charging stations in the free company parking
Last but not least: you are driving forward the energy transition as part of a great team and ensuring that our future becomes a little greener
Do you want to change the future with us? Great! Then apply now.

Your contact person

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please contact us if you have any questions about the job advertisement by email recruiting.solartrade@baywa-re.com

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