Demand and Inventory Planner

Brown--forma; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

Job summary

Brown-Forman is seeking a Demand Planning & Inventory Analyst in Warsaw to forecast demand for European markets and ensure inventory efficiency. You will bridge sales, marketing, and Global Planning to align plans with business goals while maintaining SAP master data and coordinating with third-party warehouses.

The role is office/hybrid, with four days in the Warsaw office and the option to work remotely on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in inventory management or demand planning.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand for European markets and align with supply chain operations.
• Track inventory levels and coordinate with third-party warehouses for repacks and stock moves.
• Maintain SAP master data for local SKUs and related logistics data.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and Global Planning to align demand with business goals.
• Participate in S&OP meetings and support integrated planning processes.

Skills

Inventory management

Demand planning

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or 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

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.

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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.

Business Area: Global Supply Chain

Function: Supply Chain

City:Warsaw

State:

Country: POL

Req ID: JR-00010408