Demand Planner EMEA (M/F) – Temporary Assignment (12–18 Months)

Approach People; Vaud; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Approach People Recruitment is assisting a leading international industrial group in finding an experienced EMEA Demand Planner for its Supply Chain team based in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. The role focuses on demand forecasting across the European market and close collaboration with Commercial, Finance and Supply Chain teams.

You will report to the Senior Supply Chain Manager and contribute to monthly IBP, forecast analysis and continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field.
• 3+ years in Demand Planning or similar role.
• Experience with S&OP and IBP processes.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to handle large datasets.
• Fluent English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate short-, medium- and long-term demand forecasts across the European market.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Finance and Supply Chain to align demand plans with business objectives.
• Analyse forecast outputs to improve accuracy and reliability.
• Engage with Sales Managers, Directors and senior leadership to ensure alignment of forecasts.
• Participate in monthly IBP reviews and regional planning processes.
• Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy and drive improvements.
• Propose and implement initiatives to optimise demand planning processes.
• Coordinate with Demand, Supply, Finance and Commercial teams across markets.
• Support new product introductions and lifecycle planning.

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical skills

S&OP

Education

University degree in Supply Chain/related

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Our client is a leading international industrial group operating in a dynamic and demanding environment.

As part of a temporary replacement linked to an internal project, we are looking for an experienced EMEA Demand Planner to join their Supply Chain team based in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland.

You will become part of an international team and play a key role in demand planning across the European market, working closely with Commercial, Finance and Supply Chain teams.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for managing and optimising demand forecasts for a high-volume product portfolio.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Demand Planning: Lead and coordinate short-, medium- and long-term demand forecasts across the European market.

• Commercial Collaboration: Work closely with commercial teams to understand market developments, incorporate business insights and adjust demand forecasts accordingly.

• Forecast Analysis: Analyse data and statistical forecasting outputs to improve forecast accuracy and reliability.

• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders at different organisational levels, including Sales Managers, Directors and senior leadership, to align demand forecasts with business objectives.

• Integrated Business Planning (IBP): Participate in monthly demand reviews and contribute to regional IBP processes.

• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs), particularly forecast accuracy, and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Continuous Improvement: Propose and implement initiatives to optimise demand planning processes and operational performance.

• International Coordination: Collaborate with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Finance and Commercial teams across international markets.

• Strategic Planning: Support new product introductions, product lifecycle management and long-term planning activities.

Your Profile

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Previous experience in Demand Planning, ideally at least 3 years. Candidates will primarily be assessed on their skills and relevant experience.

• Good understanding of demand forecasting processes and commercial planning.

• Strong business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with commercial stakeholders and senior management.

• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with large datasets.

• Good understanding of S&OP / Integrated Business Planning processes.

• Familiarity with planning and analytical tools. Experience with SAP, Power BI or similar solutions would be an advantage.

• Experience in FMCG, consumer goods, industrial manufacturing or medical devices would be beneficial.

• Ability to manage demanding monthly planning cycles and meet tight deadlines.

• Proactive, organised and analytical, with the ability to work independently in an international, matrix organisation.

Languages:

• Fluent English is mandatory, both written and spoken.

• French would be an advantage but is not required.

Working Conditions

• Initial 12-month temporary assignment, with the possibility of extension up to 18 months.

• Hybrid working arrangement: 4 days on-site and 1 day working from home per week (Friday).

• International working environment.

• Potential future career opportunities within a large international organisation, subject to availability.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• A key role in demand planning across the European market.

• Responsibility for a high-volume product portfolio with interesting operational challenges.

• Direct collaboration with commercial teams and international decision-makers.

• The opportunity to contribute to demand planning improvements and overall Supply Chain performance.

Interested?

Are you an experienced Demand Planner with strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset?

Would you like to join an international environment and contribute to the performance of a European Supply Chain organisation?

We would be delighted to review your application and share further details about this opportunity.