Demand Planner, EMEA

Brunswick; Alicante; Híbrido; EUR 39.000 - 53.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descripción de la vacante

Brunswick/Navico Group in Alicante, Spain is seeking a Demand Planner to govern the Demand Plan for a subset of our Navico Group portfolio across the EMEA region. You will partner with Sales, Business Development, Category/Product Management and Marketing to build forecasts that align supply with demand and ensure product availability.

The role involves developing SKU-level forecasts, analyzing forecast accuracy, integrating NPIs and promotions, and presenting insights during Demand Reviews.

Formación

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Business, Statistics, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or a comparable analytical supply chain role in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English; an additional European language is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of SIOP and the components of a SIOP process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Power Point and Excel).
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain SKU-level demand forecasts across multiple levels and time horizons using o9 Solutions.
• Analyze forecast accuracy by comparing actual demand versus forecast and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Business Development, Category/Product Management, and Marketing teams to gather market intelligence and incorporate it into the forecast.
• Identify demand trends, seasonality, and other influencing factors through data analysis.
• Integrate new product introductions (NPIs), product discontinuations, and promotional activities into the forecast.
• Prepare and present demand insights during Demand Reviews, supporting cross-functional alignment.
• Evaluate the feasibility of promotional and commercial plans in coordination with Supply Planning and Production.
• Communicate forecast changes and demand signals to Supply Planning to enable timely responses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the SIOP process.

Conocimientos

Forecasting analysis

Data analysis

Sales & cross-functional collaboration

Educación

BS/BA in Engineering, Business, Statistics, or Supply Chain

Herramientas

SIOP

Power BI

o9 Solutions

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Location & Work Arrangement

Location: Alicante, Spain

Workplace Category: Hybrid

Travel Required: Moderate

Regional and International travel may be required

Direct Reports: Fernando Nicolás

Pay Range: €39,000.00 - €53,200.00

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the country for which they are applying. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship at this time or in the future.

Relocation: Not Offered

About the Position

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.

Position Overview

As part of the talented Supply Chain team, you will govern and set the Demand Plan for a subset of the Navico Group portfolio. You will partner closely with Sales, Business Development, Category/Product Management, Marketing, and Supply Planning, using multiple sources of guidance to build forecasts that operationally support the EMEA organization, helping ensure the right products are available at the right time across our brands. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain SKU-level demand forecasts across multiple levels and time horizons using o9 Solutions.
• Analyze forecast accuracy by comparing actual demand versus forecast and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Business Development, Category/Product Management, and Marketing teams to gather market intelligence and incorporate it into the forecast.
• Identify demand trends, seasonality, and other influencing factors through data analysis.
• Integrate new product introductions (NPIs), product discontinuations, and promotional activities into the forecast.
• Prepare and present demand insights during Demand Reviews, supporting cross-functional alignment.
• Evaluate the feasibility of promotional and commercial plans in coordination with Supply Planning and Production.
• Communicate forecast changes and demand signals to Supply Planning to enable timely responses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the SIOP process.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable.

Required Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Business, Statistics, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting or a comparable analytical supply chain role in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English; an additional European language is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of SIOP and the components of a SIOP process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Power Point and Excel).
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive forecasting software experience (ideally o9) and Power BI.
• APICS certification or training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication.
• Independent decisiveness with the ability to collaborate across departments to build consensus.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office- and computer-based role involving sustained use of planning systems, spreadsheets, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Regular interaction across EMEA and global time zones may occasionally require flexibility outside local standard business hours.

Salary & Benefits

The hiring range for this position is €39,000.00 - €53,250.00 annually (payable in 12 instalments, in line with Spanish market practice). The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus in accordance with company policies, and a range of competitive benefits. In addition to the competitive salary, we offer the following benefits:

• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential support for personal and work-related challenges

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Navico Group

Navico Group is a stand‑alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business. Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale. Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Innovative, driven, exceptional, authentic and united, these values represent our Employee Value Proposition and are at the heart of how we work together and what differentiates us as an employer of choice.