Demand & Inventory Specialist (m/w/d)

Motul; Köln; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Urban Sports Club membership

Fresh fruit, coffee and water

30 days holiday

Job summary

Motul in Cologne seeks a Demand & Inventory Specialist to forecast product demand, monitor stock levels, and ensure optimal availability across the supply chain. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Logistics to balance supply with customer demand and minimize stockouts.

We value a background in commercial or technical training, 2–3 years in demand planning or inventory management, and strong data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed commercial or technical training / studies.
• 2-3 years experience in demand planning, inventory management or a similar role within the Supply Chain.
• Experience with integrated planning software, especially AI-enhanced systems and SAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German as well as in English.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical sales data and market trends of the Domestic and Export market.
• Utilize statistical methods and AI based forecasting software to predict future demand.
• Secure a balanced stock level for a proper supply to our customers
• Detect, monitor, and implement strategies to reduce slow-moving and surplus inventory
• Identify deviations from forecast and develop corrective actions in collaboration with our Head Quarter in France
• Data analysis of demand trends, inventory status and forecast accuracy.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing department to gather relevant information for accurate forecasting.
• Continuous improvement of forecasting processes and methodologies.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings and contribute to alignment of demand and supply

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

SAP

AI-based forecasting

Inventory management

Demand planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Commercial or technical training

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are the subsidiary of an internationally active French group. As a specialist in the development and production of high-quality lubricants for automobiles and motorbikes, we are an independent company with a long tradition and decades of expertise and experience in the field of lubricant technology.

Demand & Inventory Specialist (m/w/d)

The Demand & Inventory Specialist is responsible for forecasting product demand, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring optimal stock availability across the supply chain. This role plays a critical part in balancing supply with customer demand, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory, and supporting cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Marketing and Logistics.

YOUR TASKS: PASSION CONNECTS US!

• Analyze historical sales data and market trends of the Domestic and Export market.
• Utilize statistical methods and AI based forecasting software to predict future demand.
• Secure a balanced stock level for a proper supply to our customers
• Detect, monitor, and implement strategies to reduce slow-moving and surplus inventory
• Identify deviations from forecast and develop corrective actions in collaboration with our Head Quarter in France
• Data analysis of demand trends, inventory status and forecast accuracy.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing department to gather relevant information for accurate forecasting.
• Continuous improvement of forecasting processes and methodologies.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings and contribute to alignment of demand and supply

YOUR PROFILE: QUALIFICATION MEETS PERSONALITY!

• Successfully completed commercial or technical training / studies
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in demand planning, inventory management or a similar role within the Supply Chain
• Strong capability in data analysis and statistical forecasting
• Experience with integrated planning software, especially AI-enhanced systems and SAP
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German as well as in English
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop practical solutions
• Proactive mindset in addressing challenges and driving continuous improvement
• Good stackeholder management skills to build a bridge between back-office and front-office

Your START? LOOK FORWARD TO...

• a motivating corporate culture with flat hierarchies and lively collegiality
• modern and international working environment in our new office in Cologne
• An intensive induction program and regular knowledge exchange with experienced colleagues
• Challenging tasks with individually plannable further training Opportunities
• Flexible working hours, 30 days holiday
• subsidised Urban Sports Club membership and always fresh fruit, coffee and water