Demand and Inventory Planner

Brown-Forman; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown-Forman in Warsaw is seeking a Demand and Inventory Planner to forecast customer demand for European markets and align supply chain operations with market needs.

The role is hybrid: 4 days in the Warsaw office with optional remote Fridays, engaging with sales, marketing, and the Global Planning team to ensure optimal product availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in inventory management or demand planning.
• Experience in a changing environment.
• Ability to make decisions independently based on logical assumptions and factual information.
• Fluent in ENGLISH, both 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 costs.
• Coordinate with the Global Planning team to manage stock levels.

Skills

Inventory management

Demand planning

SAP

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

German (advantage)

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

We are looking for Demand and Invetory Planner located in Warsaw for future roles.

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.

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

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

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.

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.