Demand and Inventory Planner

Brown-Forman Corporation; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown-Forman Corporation in Warsaw seeks an Inventory Planner to forecast demand for European markets and align supply chain with market needs. You will use SAP and collaborate with sales, marketing, and Global Planning to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years in inventory management or demand planning, with English fluency essential and German a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management and demand planning in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Track inventory levels and update records regularly.
• Plan, coordinate, and post-production orders at the third-party warehouse.
• Maintain SAP database for local SKUs.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance supply and demand while minimizing holding costs.
• Coordinate with the Global Planning team to manage stock levels effectively.
• 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 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.

Skills

Forecasting

Demand planning

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

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 with the option to work remotely on Fridays)

What You Can Expect

Inventory Management

• 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.

Demand Planning and Forecasting

• 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.

Masterdata Management

• Maintain SAP database for local SKUs
• Maintain logistic data in internal and external data tools and systems

Collaboration and Communication

• 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.

Must Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in inventory management or demand planning
• Experience in successful related work within a changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently based on logical assumptions and factual information
• Language Proficiency: fluent in ENGLISH, both spoken and written

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
• Experience in data management

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
• Language Proficiency in German would be an advantage

Testimonies:

Joining our Supply Chain team in Poland means becoming part of a dynamic European hub that manages complex operations across multiple markets. You’ll work with a diverse, collaborative group of professionals passionate about continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain.

Our Polish hub is known for its strong sense of teamwork, openness, and hands‑on approach — as one of our team members says, “You’re never just a small part of the process here — you really see the impact of what you do every day.”

Who We Are

We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

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.

Requisition Type

Employee

Management Level

Professional

Global Job Level

P5

Number of Openings Available

0