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A company in the chemical industry is looking for a Demand Planner to ensure healthy inventory levels and reliable product availability through demand analysis, consumption variability assessment, and operational capacity planning—working closely with Sales, Procurement, Production, Logistics, and Operations.Role PurposeEnsure effective distribution and inventory planning by maintaining optimal stock levels (raw materials and finished goods), balancing service level targets with demand variability, lead times, and logistical capacity.Key Responsibilities- Define and maintain appropriate safety stock levels, preventing overstock, stockouts, obsolescence, and operational rework (re-labeling / re-packaging) - Collect inputs from multiple Sales areas and build the monthly demand forecast (FCST) - Set target stock levels by product and location, based on consumption patterns and logistics capacity - Update and maintain daily inventory/planning data in shared Excel databases and the ERP master plan - Use statistical metrics (e.g., standard deviation) to measure uncertainty and consumption variability - Propose and implement automation initiatives (reorder point alerts, calculation tools, dashboards) to keep inventory optimal - Track and analyze key indicators (coverage, turnover, service level) to support supply decisions across customers - Assess warehouse and transportation capacity aligned to the Business Plan and FCST - Reduce overcosts and avoid urgent/overpriced purchases that impact profitability - Monitor inventory performance in ERP/WMS and propose corrective actionsRequirements- Advanced business English - Proven experience in distribution planning, inventory planning, or supply chain - Advanced Excel (must-have): pivot tables, conditional formulas, key functions - Experience with ERP and/or WMS (SAP preferred) - Nice to have: Macros and/or Power BI - Strong analytical profile, organized, results-driven, proactive leadership, and strong cross-functional communicationEducationBachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Logistics, Business/Administrative fields, Econometrics/Finance-related, or other quantitative disciplines, ideally complemented with strong data analysis and planning tools knowledge.What We Offer- Employment type: 100% payroll - Benefits: grocery vouchers, restaurant vouchers, private medical insurance, life insurance, 45 days Christmas bonus, savings fund, pension plan - Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM - Contract terms: 3-month probation period with statutory benefits; permanent contract based on performance and objectives.Interested? Apply via LinkedIn or send your CV toSTPS-ACT-OEH09-00351