Demand Planner

Alfasigma; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfasigma is seeking a Demand Planner to connect commercial strategy with operations in Italy. You will manage forecasting across product portfolios, channels, and SKUs, ensuring visibility for effective decision-making.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience, strong analytics, and the ability to influence stakeholders. Location options include Milan or Bologna with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Demand Planning or related field.
• FMCG/Consumer Goods experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage forecasting across product portfolios, channels and SKUs.
• Analyze historical sales trends, market dynamics, promotional initiatives and customer behavior to forecast.
• Monitor KPIs: forecast accuracy, forecast bias, service level, stock availability.
• Support monthly forecasting and S&OP cycle with alignment between commercial and operations.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Supply Planning, Sales and KAM to identify risks and actions.
• Provide data-driven insights to support decision making.
• Contribute to new product launches and portfolio changes with forecasting assumptions.
• Prepare analyses and presentations for management meetings and reviews.
• Translate complex data into clear business messages across functions.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Excel

Fluent English

Education

Master's degree in Management Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

As Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in connecting commercial strategy with operational execution. Acting as a key link between Business Functions and Manufacturing, you will support demand forecasting activities across assigned product portfolios, channels, and SKUs, ensuring the business has the visibility needed to make effective decisions.

This position is ideal for a professional with approximately 1-2 years of experience who combines strong analytical capabilities with the ability to influence stakeholders and translate data into actionable business insights.

Your Role

• Manage forecasting activities across assigned product portfolios, channels and SKUs.
• Analyze historical sales trends, market dynamics, promotional initiatives and customer behavior to develop reliable forecasts.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators, including forecast accuracy, forecast bias, service level and stock availability.
• Support the monthly forecasting and S&OP cycle, ensuring alignment between commercial expectations and operational capabilities.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Supply Planning, Sales and Key Account Management teams to identify risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support decision-making processes.
• Contribute to new product launches, portfolio changes and commercial initiatives through robust forecasting assumptions.
• Prepare analyses and presentations for management meetings and business reviews.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration by translating complex data into clear business messages.

Location Milan or Bologna

The compensation range indicated in this job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, in accordance with applicable EU pay transparency and pay equity requirements.

Profile Description

• Master's Degree in Management Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related disciplines.
• Approximately 1-2 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Forecasting, or similar areas.
• Experience in FMCG, Consumer Goods, Retail, or other fast-moving environments is considered a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with different stakeholders across the organization.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to present analyses and recommendations to management teams.
• Ability to act as a facilitator between commercial and operational functions, balancing different business priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where versatility, ownership, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Scope of the Role

As Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in connecting commercial strategy with operational execution. Acting as a key link between Business Functions and Manufacturing, you will support demand forecasting activities across assigned product portfolios, channels, and SKUs, ensuring the business has the visibility needed to make effective decisions.

This position is ideal for a professional with approximately 1-2 years of experience who combines strong analytical capabilities with the ability to influence stakeholders and translate data into actionable business insights.

Your Role

• Manage forecasting activities across assigned product portfolios, channels and SKUs.
• Analyze historical sales trends, market dynamics, promotional initiatives and customer behavior to develop reliable forecasts.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators, including forecast accuracy, forecast bias, service level and stock availability.
• Support the monthly forecasting and S&OP cycle, ensuring alignment between commercial expectations and operational capabilities.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Supply Planning, Sales and Key Account Management teams to identify risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support decision-making processes.
• Contribute to new product launches, portfolio changes and commercial initiatives through robust forecasting assumptions.
• Prepare analyses and presentations for management meetings and business reviews.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration by translating complex data into clear business messages.

Location Milan or Bologna

Salary range 30.000€ - 38.000€

The compensation range indicated in this job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, in accordance with applicable EU pay transparency and pay equity requirements.

We Offer

Why Join Alfasigma

At Alfasigma, we foster a culture where the courage to innovate is key to our success.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open-mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress.

Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry.