Supply Chain Planner (Demand, Supply & Transport)

Danish Crown A/S; Portugal; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Danish Crown A/S in Portugal is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to support demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and transportation efforts across the business.

The role collaborates with Commercial, Production, Logistics, Finance and Procurement to ensure product availability while balancing service, cost and working capital objectives. It requires a proactive, data-driven mindset and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, or Operations.
• Experience with demand planning, inventory management, and transportation coordination.
• Strong knowledge of ERP and planning systems.
• Experience in international/multi-site environments is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance service, cost and inventory.
• Structured and proactive planning approach.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage complexity in a dynamic environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and supply plans.
• Monitor inventory levels, safety stock, and obsolescence risks.
• Coordinate transportation activities for timely, cost-effective deliveries.
• Manage and support import/export activities, including customs docs.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and constraints.
• Align customer demand with inventory availability and logistics.
• Monitor KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in S&OP processes and cross-functional planning reviews.
• Support regional procurement and supplier activities as needed.

Skills

Demand planning

Inventory management

Transportation coordination

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Structured planning

Communication

Education

Bachelors in SCM/related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Supply Chain Planner (Demand, Supply & Transport)

Location: Portugal

We are seeking a Supply Chain Planner to support demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and transportation activities across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product availability while balancing customer service, inventory levels, transportation efficiency, and working capital objectives.

Working closely with Commercial, Production, Logistics, Finance, and Procurement teams, this position contributes to the effective execution of planning processes and supports continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and supply plans.
• Monitor inventory levels, safety stock, and obsolescence risks.
• Coordinate transportation activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Manage and support import/export activities, including customs documentation.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and operational constraints.
• Ensure alignment between customer demand, inventory availability, and logistics execution.
• Monitor key performance indicators and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in S&OP processes and cross-functional planning reviews.
• Support regional procurement and supplier-related activities when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, or Operations.
• Experience with demand planning, inventory management, and transportation coordination.
• Strong knowledge of ERP and planning systems.
• Experience working in international and multi-site environments is considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance service, cost, and inventory considerations.
• Structured and proactive approach to planning.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complexity and work in a dynamic environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and data-driven decision-making.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic supply chain environment while working closely with multiple business functions, we encourage you to apply.