Demand and Inventory Planner

Brown-Forman Australia Pty. Ltd.; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 213,675 - 299,145; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Premium employee benefits

Hybrid working model

Job summary

A premium spirits company is looking for a Demand Planner in Warsaw to forecast customers' demand for European markets. This role involves collaborating with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams, analyzing sales data, and developing forecasting models. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in demand planning. Benefits include competitive pay and a hybrid work model, supporting a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in demand planning.
• Experience in the wine and spirits or FMCG industries is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.
• Track inventory levels and update records regularly.
• Participate in S&OP meetings to develop integrated plans.

Skills

Fluent in English

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Meaningful Work From Day One

This role is responsible for accurately forecasting customers’ demand for a specific set of European markets, ensuring our supply chain operations are aligned with market needs. This includes analyzing sales data, collaborating with sales and marketing teams, and developing sophisticated forecasting models to predict future demand. You will be the key link between market trends and supply chain execution, acting as a crucial liaison between sales, marketing, and the Global Planning team to ensure efficient inventory management and optimal product availability.

This is an office/hybrid role (4 days a week at Warsaw office/Fridays working from home).

What You Can Expect

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant factors.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to gather insights and align demand plans with business objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data to identify patterns and trends influencing demand.
• Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.
• Participate in S&OP meetings and contribute to developing integrated sales and operations plans.
• Track inventory levels and update records regularly.
• Plan, coordinate, and post‑production orders (repacks, displays, and value‑added packs) at the third‑party warehouse.
• Maintain SAP database for local SKUs (repacks and VAPs).
• Optimize inventory levels to balance supply and demand while minimizing holding costs.
• Coordinate with the Global Planning team to manage stock levels effectively.
• Maintain logistic data in internal and external data tools.
• Collaborate effectively with the Global Planning team to align on strategy and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local commercial teams.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Language Proficiency: fluent in ENGLISH, both spoken and written.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in demand planning.
• Experience in successful related work within a changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently based on logical assumptions and factual information.

Preferred Experience

• Prior Experience in wine and spirits or FMCG industries.
• Experience working with a supply chain system, ideally SAP.
• Experience in copacking/rework and dry goods planning.

What Makes You Unique

• APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP).
• Superior communication skills (influencing, listening, presentations, written).
• Ability to build strong relationships at all levels with strong stakeholder awareness.
• Collaborative team player with solid conflict management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Tenacious and ability to tolerate stressful situations.
• Adaptable, flexible, and resilient.

What We Offer

Total Rewards at Brown‑Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brown‑Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown‑Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.