Supply Planning Specialist

HAVI; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work as per company regulations

Diverse development opportunities

Attractive remuneration models with PF

Job summary

HAVI is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Planner to optimize inventory and production planning for core and promotional items in Kraków. You will work on end-to-end planning activities across the supply chain, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional and international teams.

The role requires 3+ years in planning, strong ERP and analytics skills, and excellent communication in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or related area.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes, inventory management, forecasting, and replenishment methodologies.
• Experience working with ERP systems, planning applications, and reporting tools (e.g., Maestro, SCV, JDA, JDE, OBIEE, or similar).
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with cross-functional and international teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• SQL knowledge and project management experience would be considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels across the supply chain network to ensure target service levels are met while minimizing costs.
• Ensure the right products are available in the right place, at the right time, and at the optimal cost.
• Develop and execute production, distribution, and inventory plans for both core and promotional items.
• Support supply chain projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and business objectives.
• Perform capacity analyses for promotional activities and assess operational and financial risks, proposing contingency plans when needed.
• Monitor planning performance, identify improvement opportunities, and conduct root cause analyses to address supply chain issues.
• Review supplier and distribution center forecasts, proactively identifying and mitigating potential supply risks.
• Track compliance with supply chain plans and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to implement changes to shipment plans, bill of materials, sourcing strategies, safety stock levels, and other planning parameters.
• Identify process gaps and collaborate with stakeholders to drive resolution and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the optimization of supply chain performance through data-driven decision-making and best practices.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Forecasting

ERP systems

Power BI

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Maestro

SCV

JDA

JDE

OBIEE

Job description

HAVI is a global, privately owned company focused on innovating, optimizing and managing the supply chains of leading brands. Offering services in marketing analytics, packaging, supply chain management and logistics, HAVI partners with companies to address challenges big and small across the supply chain, from commodity to customer. Founded in 1974, HAVI employs more than 10,000 people and serves customers in more than 100 countries. HAVI’s supply chain services are complemented by the customer engagement services offered by our affiliated company The Marketing Store. For more information, please visit HAVI.com.
Our Global Business Services (GBS) center was launched in 2019. We handle top-notch financial, planning, and supply chain services, actively supporting core business activities including master data management, end-to-end procurement, and supply chain business intelligence analysis for clients in over 30 countries across Europe and beyond. Our teams in Kraków and Katowice focus on efficiency, innovation, and digital transformation, always aiming to exceed our clients’ expectations.
Join us in our mission to promote sustainable development and reduce our environmental footprint. Work in a diverse and inclusive environment where every voice matters. Discover endless career opportunities with exciting projects, hands‑on learning, and professional growth.
Come aboard and help us shape the future of supply chain management!

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels across the supply chain network to ensure target service levels are met while minimizing costs.
• Ensure the right products are available in the right place, at the right time, and at the optimal cost.
• Develop and execute production, distribution, and inventory plans for both core and promotional items.
• Support supply chain projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and business objectives.
• Perform capacity analyses for promotional activities and assess operational and financial risks, proposing contingency plans when needed.
• Monitor planning performance, identify improvement opportunities, and conduct root cause analyses to address supply chain issues.
• Review supplier and distribution center forecasts, proactively identifying and mitigating potential supply risks.
• Track compliance with supply chain plans and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to implement changes to shipment plans, bill of materials, sourcing strategies, safety stock levels, and other planning parameters.
• Identify process gaps and collaborate with stakeholders to drive resolution and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the optimization of supply chain performance through data‑driven decision‑making and best practices.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Operations, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or a related area.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes, inventory management, forecasting, and replenishment methodologies.
• Experience working with ERP systems, planning applications, and reporting tools (e.g., Maestro, SCV, JDA, JDE, OBIEE, or similar).
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working with cross‑functional and international teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive and solution‑oriented approach.
• SQL knowledge and project management experience would be considered an advantage.

Benefits

• Remote work as per company regulations, flexibility, work‑life balance
• Possibility of turning your own ideas into success
• Diverse development opportunities
• Varied and interesting field of work
• Responsible task with plenty of leeway
• Collegial working atmosphere
• Open corporate culture Cooperation with a dynamic team
• Attractive remuneration models with performance‑related pay
• Flat hierarchies and short decision‑making processes
• Successful and rapidly growing employer
• Comprehensive, individual familiarization with the work
• Offer for health promotion
• Modern work equipment
• Diverse development opportunities in an international environment
• Training according to training schedule and training regulations in the relevant specialist field

At HAVI GBS, we believe in an inclusive and sustainable workplace where our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to promoting diversity within the organization, as well as an inclusive environment where everyone can feel valued and respected, regardless of their background.