Demand Planner

Wüsthof UK; Milford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

WÜSTHOF in Milford, CT is seeking a seasoned Demand Planner to analyze sales, production and logistics and continuously optimize planning processes.

The role requires 5+ years in consumer goods supply chain, strong ERP/MRP experience (ProAlpha preferred), advanced Excel, and proficiency with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI or Qlik.

You will partner with sales, IT and operations to create accurate forecasts and inventory plans that keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in planning and forecasting external and internal companies.
• Mastery of planning processes incl. knowledge of planning contexts and logistical processes.
• 5+ years of professional experience in supply chain management, with a focus on demand planning, procurement, and SIOP processes.
• Expertise in ERP/MRP systems and forecasting tools; prior experience with ProAlpha or similar systems a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis, complex formulas) and strong general proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience with BI tools i.e. Tableau, Power BI or Qlik
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• High analytical capability paired with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with global supply chain operations, including import/export logistics and supplier collaboration, is a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Demand Planning through to procurement best practices, including data collection and preparation, plausibility checks, processing and planning controlling
• Creation and maintenance of sales, production and logistics plans to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Inventory planning according to forecasting intervals
• Planning and implementation of measures to increase efficiency against the background of warehouse production
• Analysis and optimization of existing planning processes and systems within the supply chain

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

SIOP processes

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Global supply chain

Tools

ProAlpha

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Qlik

MS Office

Job description

Welcome to WÜSTHOF!

As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you!

WÜSTHOF has had one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. With over 300+ employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide. If you would like to share your personality, your knowledge and your passion with us then we look forward to forging the future of WÜSTHOF together with you!

Position Overview

As an Demand Planner, you will analyze sales, production and logistics and continuously optimize processes. You will also be a key user for the planning system and work closely with sales, IT and other departments.

The ideal Candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of demand planning experience working in the consumer goods space along with good systems skills.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for Demand Planning through to procurement best practices, including data collection and preparation, plausibility checks, processing and planning controlling
• Creation and maintenance of sales, production and logistics plans to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Inventory planning according to forecasting intervals
• Planning and implementation of measures to increase efficiency against the background of warehouse production

Analysis and optimization of existing planning processes and systems within the supply chain

Qualifications & Skills:

• Several years of experience in planning and forecasting external and internal companies.
• Mastery of planning processes incl. knowledge of planning contexts and logistical processes
• 5+ years of professional experience in supply chain management, with a focus on demand planning, procurement, and SIOP processes.
• Expertise in ERP/MRP systems and forecasting tools; prior experience with ProAlpha or similar systems a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis, complex formulas) and strong general proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience with BI tools i.e. Tableau, Power BI or Qlik
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• High analytical capability paired with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with global supply chain operations, including import/export logistics and supplier collaboration, is a plus