Demand Planning Specialist

Pacesetting. Passionate. Together.

HELLA, one of the leading automotive suppliers worldwide, has shaped the industry with innovative lighting systems and vehicle electronics. In addition, the company is one of the most important partners of the aftermarket and independent workshops. What motivates us: Shaping the mobility of tomorrow and fostering the central market trends such as autonomous driving, efficiency and electrification, connectivity and digitization as well as individualization. Every day, 36,000 employees worldwide are committed to this with passion, know-how and innovative strength.

YOUR TASKS

• Responsible for forecasting and inventory planning to ensure optimal product availability.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to translate business strategies into demand forecast.
• Analyze and interpret data trends to evaluate demand potentials and risks.
• Prepare detailed reports on demand forecasting insights, and present findings to management to support decision-making processes.
• Utilize advanced statistical methods to analyze historical sales trends and research demand drivers.
• Monitor accuracy of forecasts and their assumptions, and make necessary adjustments to models based on changing market conditions.
• Review historical sales trends, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.
• Continuously improve forecasting techniques, methods, and approach.
• Interact frequently with peers and customers to understand demand forecast drivers.
• Understand and master the company's demand planning software for effective use.
• Perform root cause analysis and make recommendations based on defined performance metrics.
• Support supply chain related initiatives and take active participation in cross-functional teams.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field required.
• Experience as a Demand Planning Specialist and Sales scheduling.
• Deep understanding of demand forecasting and inventory management practices and procedures.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for effective collaboration and data reporting.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and strategic problem-solving methods.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.