Demand & Supply Planner: Forecast, S&OP & Optimization

Freudenberg Group; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 48,421 - 52,244; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Demand and Supply Planner (f/m/d) to own the forecast and align supply plans with Sales and Marketing. You will maintain forecasting models, master data, and replenishment strategies in SAP/IBP to support reliable product availability.

The role requires 2+ years in supply chain or demand planning, advanced Excel, SAP/IBP/BI proficiency, and strong English communication in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education or minimum 2 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning or related functions.
• Solid experience in demand forecasting, preferably in FMCG.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of SAP / IBP / BI tools.
• Very good command of English (minimum B2).
• Strong analytical background (statistics, data analysis, business interpretation).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and challenge assumptions.
• Proactive, self driven mindset with ownership for results.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the demand forecasting process, ensuring high forecast accuracy and optimal product availability across short, mid, and long-term horizons (volume and value).
• Act as a key partner for Sales and Marketing, translating market trends, promotions, launches, and delistings into reliable demand plans.
• Maintain, review, and continuously improve forecasting models, planning master data, and replenishment strategies in SAP / IBP
• Play a key role in the S&OP process, preparing data, supporting consensus meetings, and providing clear insights on availability, promotions, and lifecycle activities (phase-in/phase-out).
• Monitor forecast accuracy, stock levels, and service levels (SFD, CSL, ICSL, SSL), analyzing deviations and driving continuous improvement actions.
• Manage ordering from production sites, suppliers, and co-packers, ensuring timely deliveries aligned with the sales and production plans.
• Coordinate co-packing activities, balancing product availability, cost efficiency, production scheduling, and raw material supply.
• Handle supply chain topics including quality issues, SLOB management, and process improvements to increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Self-driven

Education

Relevant higher education

Supply Chain / Demand Planning background

Tools

Excel

SAP

IBP

BI tools

Job description

Freudenberg Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Demand and Supply Planner (f/m/d) to own the forecast and align supply plans with Sales and Marketing. You will maintain forecasting models, master data, and replenishment strategies in SAP/IBP to support reliable product availability.

The role requires 2+ years in supply chain or demand planning, advanced Excel, SAP/IBP/BI proficiency, and strong English communication in an international environment.