Demand Planner

Westfalia Fruit; München; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Westfalia Fruit, a leading supplier of fresh fruit, seeks an experienced Demand Planner in Munich. The role involves optimising supply and demand balances while collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and experience in the food sector, with strong communication skills.

Leistungen

30 days of vacation

Membership in a premium fitness center

Free parking

Fresh fruit and specialty coffees

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in English and proficient in German.
• Significant experience in fresh produce, FMCG, or food industry.
• Experience with forecasting tools is essential.

Aufgaben

• Develop and optimise demand forecasts based on sales data.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for efficient supply chain.
• Prepare reports on inventory levels and sales forecasts.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Agribusiness

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

ERP Systems

Jobbeschreibung

Come and join the leading #avoexperts

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We’re looking for an experienced Demand Planner to join our team in Munich, Germany on a permanent basis.

The Demand Planner will play a pivotal role in optimising the balance between supply and demand, ensuring an efficient and cost-effective supply chain. Reporting to the Head of Procurement/Head of Commercial, you will be responsible for developing and refining demand forecasts based on historical data and market trends, as well as proactively adjusting these as required. This position requires close collaboration with procurement, sales, logistics, and production to maximise product availability, minimise waste, and enhance overall supply chain processes.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and optimise demand forecasts based on historical sales data, market trends, and customer orders.

• Identify deviations and proactively adjust forecasts when necessary.

• Monitor the availability of fresh produce and coordinate with suppliers and growers.

• Align inventory replenishment and distribution to prevent shortages or surpluses.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (procurement, logistics, sales) to ensure an efficient supply chain.

• Analyse and improve supply chain processes to reduce costs and waste.

• Prepare reports on inventory levels, delivery reliability, and sales forecasts.

• Analyse market developments and weather conditions that impact availability and pricing.

• Act as the link between procurement, sales, and logistics to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.

• Advise internal teams on trends and forecasts within the fresh produce market.

Experience we look for:

Essential

• Must have fluent English language skills and a strong business proficiency in German.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Agribusiness.

• Significant experience in a similar role within the fresh produce, FMCG or food industry.

• Experience with forecasting tools and ERP systems (e.g.,Green Commerce, Profix, 365).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Affinity with the fresh produce sector and knowledge of product seasonality.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is highly advantageous.

What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?

• 30 days of vacation

• Membership in a premium fitness center for a small fee

• Free parking

• Fresh fruit and specialty coffees

Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.