Demand Planner

Versuni, formerly known as Philips Domestic Appliances, has a simple yet powerful purpose of turning houses into homes. As a house of brands Versuni is home to the brands: Philips, Saeco, Gaggia, Preethi, Philips Walita, L’OR Barista and Senseo. We create a great place to work for people who share our passion in turning people’s houses into homes, with teams as diverse as the homes we care for. Sustainability is at our heart and we achieve our ambitions by making conscious choices caring for people’s homes and our planet. We grow together and support each other, and while working with us you will learn new things every day and get to create your own career. We have a huge growth ambition so if you want to be part of the most Daring team you’ve ever been a part of, read on.

We are looking to hire Demand Planner.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Create forecast for the assigned planning horizon, BU and/or Category Planning Groups by creating the statistical baseline forecast and enriching it with all relevant input from Sales, Supply/Operations, Marketing and Trade Shopper Marketing;
• Collect input for phase-in/out & promotions and manage the underlying process for the market and/or customers;
• Review and analyze historical sales trends, sell out, stock in-trade, research demand drivers, prepare forecast analytics and evaluate forecast results;
• Generate and validate NPI demand plans with all stakeholders'
• Support all relevant functions in preparing, planning, communicating and revising forecast for LV and S&OP Meetings. Adjust forecasts based on meeting outputs;
• Monitor results and KPI`s (OTIF, Bias, FA) — analyze the root cause and define and implement improvement activities;
• Monitor inventories (excessive, slow moving and obsolete stock) and control effectiveness of corrective actions;
• Masterdata maintenance;
• Monitor of DCs stock and inbounds to ensure the creation of supplies in full and in line with promised dates;
• Close cooperation with Supply Planners;
• Manage reports on daily and weekly basic.

To succeed in this role, you should have the following qualifications and experience:

We look for people that are excited by a challenge, want to be rewarded for performance and who are motivated to make things happen!

• University degree;
• Experience & background — Supply Chain (FMCG), demand planner is preferred;
• Experience with system — SAP, IBP, Sales Planning and Analysis is preferred;
• Knowledge — MS Excel — advanced level;
• Good communication level of English;
• Key capabilities: team player, strong analytical and problem solving skills, presentation skills and ability to influence others, organization and planning, adaptability, collaboration;
• Personality — communicative, dynamic.

Why should you join Versuni?

We’re not your typical corporate. We like to do things a little differently at Versuni. We think big, have our consumers front of mind in everything we do, and we have a vibrant and empowered community of colleagues across the world. If you’re as passionate as us about opening up a world of possibilities in the homes of our consumers, then get in touch. We are proud of the products we make. As a 130-year-old start-up and leading player in domestic appliances, we have innovation, manufacturing, and commercial centers across the globe, with a presence in over 100 countries. You may know us from our incredible products and brands such as Philips, Saeco, Gaggia, Preethi, Philips Walita, L’OR Barista and Senseo®. As innovation lovers we have successfully developed the well-known Airfryer, Espresso Machine with LatteGo, AquaTrio Cordless Vacuum, the PerfectCare Steam Generator and Air Purifier. Sustainability is important for us. We develop products made with more sustainable materials, that are easier to repair, refurbish, recycle, and help to reduce waste. Want to join us on our journey, apply now!