Demand and Supply Planner (f/m/d)

Freudenberg; Barchon; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions S.A. in Belgium is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to own and lead the demand forecasting process across short, mid, and long-term horizons, ensuring high forecast accuracy and optimal product availability.

You will partner with Sales and Marketing to translate market trends and promotions into reliable demand plans, maintain forecasting models in SAP/IBP, and support the S&OP process with clear insights on availability, lifecycle activities, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning or related functions.
• Solid experience in demand forecasting, preferably in FMCG.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of SAP / IBP / BI tools.
• Very good command of English (minimum B2) for international communication.
• Strong analytical background with ability to interpret data and influence decisions.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to challenge assumptions and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the demand forecasting process, ensuring high forecast accuracy and optimal product availability across short, mid, and long-term horizons (volume and value).
• Act as a key partner for Sales and Marketing, translating market trends, promotions, launches, and delistings into reliable demand plans.
• Maintain, review, and continuously improve forecasting models, planning master data, and replenishment strategies in SAP / IBP.
• Play a key role in the S&OP process, preparing data, supporting consensus meetings, and providing clear insights on availability, promotions, and lifecycle activities.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, stock levels, and service levels, analyzing deviations and driving continuous improvement actions.
• Manage ordering from production sites, suppliers, and co-packers, ensuring timely deliveries aligned with the sales and production plans.
• Coordinate co-packing activities, balancing product availability, cost efficiency, production scheduling, and raw material supply.
• Handle supply chain topics including quality issues, SLOB management, and process improvements to increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Forecast accuracy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Excel skills

English proficiency

Education

Relevant higher education

2 years professional experience

Tools

SAP

IBP

BI tools

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

Own and lead the demand forecasting process, ensuring high forecast accuracy and optimal product availability across short, mid, and long-term horizons (volume and value) Act as a key partner for Sales and Marketing, translating market trends, promotions, launches, and delistings into reliable demand plans Maintain, review, and continuously improve forecasting models, planning master data, and replenishment strategies in SAP / IBP Play a key role in the S&OP process, preparing data, supporting consensus meetings, and providing clear insights on availability, promotions, and lifecycle activities (phase-in/phase-out) Monitor forecast accuracy, stock levels, and service levels (SFD, CSL, IC... SSL), analyzing deviations and driving continuous improvement actions Manage ordering from production sites, suppliers, and co-packers, ensuring timely deliveries aligned with the sales and production plans Coordinate co-packing activities, balancing product availability, cost efficiency, production scheduling, and raw material supply Handle supply chain topics including quality issues, SLOB management, and process improvements to increase operational efficiency

Qualifications:

Relevant higher education or minimum 2 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning or related functions Solid experience in demand forecasting, preferably in FMCG Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of SAP / IBP / BI tools Very good command of English (minimum B2), enabling effective communication in an international environment Strong analytical background (statistics, data analysis, business interpretation) Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and challenge assumptions Proactive, self driven mindset with ownership for results

The position offers a base compensation of 3800 - 4100 EUR monthly and is eligible for an annual bonus. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

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.

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions S.A. Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications.

Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.