Kraft Heinz
Demand Planner
Netherlands · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerKraft Heinz
- LocationNetherlands
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Job Description
About the position
We're excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Demand Planner to join our high-performing Benelux operations team at Kraft Heinz. As a key member of our team, you'll report to the Head of Demand Planning Benelux and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive business growth.
As a Demand Planner, you'll be responsible for managing all categories for our Away From Home business in the Benelux. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping our demand planning strategy, leveraging historical data and new insights to inform discussions on new product launches, future innovations, factory planning, logistics planning, and stock policy. Your goal will be to ensure that we have the right products in the right place at the right time to meet customer demand.
In brief, you are responsible for:
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Managing the forecast of our full range of FMCG products, generating high-quality base forecasts down to SKU level using our O9 platform
Driving Forecast Accuracy by developing robust demand forecasts, incorporating promotional and media plans, and coordinating inputs from cross-functional teams
Establishing and maintaining a framework for constructive forecast challenges, driving consensus and accuracy
Collaborating with the centralSupply Planning team to ensure seamless product flow to our local warehouses
Optimize inventory levels and minimize write-offs through our monthly supply chain loss processes and clearance sales initiatives with the sales departments
Ensure exceptional customer service levels, including Case Fill Rate and Requested Delivery Date, to drive operational efficiency
Partner with supply planning, commercial category, and sales teams to successfully launch new products and renovate existing ones
Qualifications
Must haves
At least a completed Bachelor’s degree
3+ years prior supply chain is essential, anddemand planning experience is a plus
Advanced Excel knowledge
SAP/ O9 experience
Fluency in English is mandatory
Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.
Professional Attributes
Can do mentality - You are hands on; if you see a problem, you find and implement a solution
Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. Your simplification skills will be highly appreciated. We want you to provide simple solutions when dealing with complex challenges
Collaborative mindset - You believe that the best results come from working closely with others, and you actively seek out opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, supply planning, and commercial category, to drive business outcomes and share knowledge.
High pressure - You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the contrary, a demanding and multifaceted environment is what keeps you energized
Team player - Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a standout colleague, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but alwaysworking towards the same common goal together with your teammates
What we offer you
An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you;
A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market);
Always room for new insights; if you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!
Location(s)
Amsterdam
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
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