Master Planner, Global Production & Network Optimization

Danish Crown; Randers; On-site; DKK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Danish Crown in Randers invites applications for a Master Planner to lead cross-site production planning across Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands. You will forecast demand, optimize capacity and drive network improvements from the head office in Randers.

You will own planning initiatives, coordinate analytics and deliver data-driven decisions while engaging with multiple functions. Danish Crown offers a dynamic environment and opportunities to influence future planning directions.

Qualifications

• Relevant B.Sc or M.Sc in supply chain or strong background in supply chain management & planning.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable plans and recommendations.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain and how planning decisions impact each stage.
• Experience with planning systems (e.g. SAP APO, IBP, or similar) is advantageous.
• Proactive and structured, with ability to drive alignment across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central link between factory planners and demand planning to align production plans with demand forecasts.
• Consolidate capacity data from multiple sites and translate into actionable production strategies.
• Contribute in S&OE and S&OP forums to align operational execution with long-term goals.
• Identify and resolve planning bottlenecks by balancing production loads across sites.
• Develop and maintain tools, such as capacity overviews, to enhance transparency and inform decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and network optimization.
• Facilitate structured collaboration across departments to align priorities and constraints.
• Conduct scenario planning to model outcomes and mitigate risks like raw material shortages or demand fluctuations.
• Leverage analytics and KPIs to support data-driven decisions and improve planning accuracy.

Skills

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Structured planning

Education

B.Sc or M.Sc in supply chain

Tools

SAP APO

IBP

Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

Danish Crown in Randers invites applications for a Master Planner to lead cross-site production planning across Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands. You will forecast demand, optimize capacity and drive network improvements from the head office in Randers.

You will own planning initiatives, coordinate analytics and deliver data-driven decisions while engaging with multiple functions. Danish Crown offers a dynamic environment and opportunities to influence future planning directions.