Senior Demand Planner

Zvh; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 158,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care (Lux Med)

Life Insurance

Multisport card

Bax4U cafeteria/lunch cards

Language courses & certifications (AC|

Job summary

Baxter in Warsaw is seeking a Senior Demand Planner to deliver accurate forecasts, lead the S&OP cycle, and drive alignment across Commercial, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. You will develop and refine forecasting models to support launches and portfolio changes.

The role requires strong analytical skills, 4+ years in supply chain planning, and experience with forecasting tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree and APICS certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in supply chain planning, including demand planning, S&OP, process improvement, training, and coaching.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships across Commercial, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Supply Chain.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, mathematical, and statistical capabilities.
• Experience with forecasting, modeling, simulation, and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional planning processes and drive organizational alignment.
• Experience working in collaborative, team-based environments.
• Knowledge of Rapid Response and Tableau is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly cross-functional demand planning and S&OP cycle.
• Facilitate consensus reviews with Commercial teams and contribute to global demand planning reviews.
• Manage and forecast a complex product portfolio using advanced analytics and statistical models.
• Analyze sales trends, demand drivers, forecast accuracy, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop demand forecasts across multiple products, markets, and planning horizons.
• Update forecasts with supply constraints and monitor forecast accuracy, bias, KPIs, and process performance.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure forecasts reflect market dynamics, portfolio changes, and new product launches.
• Lead demand review meetings and provide volume forecasts to Supply Planning to support inventory strategies, product introductions, and phase-outs.
• Drive process improvements, enhance planning effectiveness, and deliver training and coaching.
• Utilize demand planning systems and forecasting tools to support decision-making.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting methods

S&OP processes

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Forecasting tools

Rapid Response

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

APICS certification

Tools

Tableau

RapidResponse

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Summary

The Senior Demand Planner is responsible for delivering accurate demand forecasts that incorporate market intelligence, customer demand trends, and business insights to support manufacturing, inventory, and supply chain planning. The role leads the S&O/SIOP process within the region, drives alignment across functions, and contributes to the global planning process. They develop, maintain, and continuously improve forecasting models, including support for new product launches and portfolio changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly cross-functional demand planning and S&O/SIOP cycle.
• Facilitate consensus reviews with Commercial teams and contribute to global demand planning reviews.
• Manage and forecast a complex product portfolio using advanced analytics and statistical models.
• Analyze sales trends, demand drivers, forecast accuracy, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop demand forecasts across multiple products, markets, and planning horizons.
• Update forecasts with supply constraints and monitor forecast accuracy, bias, KPIs, and process performance.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure forecasts reflect market dynamics, portfolio changes, and new product launches.
• Lead demand review meetings and provide volume forecasts to Supply Planning to support inventory strategies, product introductions, and phase-outs.
• Drive process improvements, enhance planning effectiveness, and deliver training and coaching.
• Utilize demand planning systems and forecasting tools to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in demand planning, forecasting methodologies, and S&O/SIOP processes.
• Proven ability to influence and build strong relationships across Commercial, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Supply Chain functions.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, mathematical, and statistical capabilities.
• Experience with forecasting, modeling, simulation, and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional planning processes and drive organizational alignment.
• Experience working in collaborative, team-based environments.
• Knowledge of Rapid Response and Tableau is an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strong collaboration, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Ability to challenge assumptions and drive consensus.
• Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree and APICS certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in supply chain planning, including demand planning, S&O/SIOP, process improvement, training, and coaching.
• Advanced forecasting, mathematical, and statistical expertise, with understanding of financial and operational impacts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, decision-making, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with demand planning software and Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Fixed-term contract for 3 months and then for an indefinite period.
• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, recognition award program.
• Possibilities for development on a personal and professional level in one of the leading global MedTech companies.
• Package of benefits including Private medical care (Lux Med), Life Insurance, Multisport card.
• Bax4U - cafeteria/lunch cards (300 PLN).
• PPE program with very attractive conditions available for each employee after 3 months.
• Educational support: fully covered language courses (English or other languages according to business needs), financial certifications (ACCA, CIMA).
• Co-financing of holidays and an additional 2 days off from work annually.
• Day off for birthday!
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Bax Flex - hybrid model (3 days from the office).
• Extraordinary Warsaw office location - Powiśle!

Salary

The minimum salary for this position is 176 000,00 PLN annually.

Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change.

This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits, discretionary bonuses, and/or long-term incentive.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally.

No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we are more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.