What are the responsibilities and job description for the Demand Planner (2) position at WÜSTHOF?
Welcome to WÜSTHOF!
As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you!
WÜSTHOF has had one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. With over 300 employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide. If you would like to share your personality, your knowledge and your passion with us then we look forward to forging the future of WÜSTHOF together with you!
Position Overview
We’re looking for a Demand Planner who will play a key role in driving WÜSTHOF’s supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting our SIOP process. This position will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams to ensure supply and demand are aligned to meet our global business objectives.
The Demand Planner will analyze sales trends, manage forecasts, and coordinate production and logistics activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proven experience in supply and demand planning, and a deep understanding of SIOP processes. This role requires a mix of technical proficiency, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you!
WÜSTHOF has had one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. With over 300 employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide. If you would like to share your personality, your knowledge and your passion with us then we look forward to forging the future of WÜSTHOF together with you!
Position Overview
We’re looking for a Demand Planner who will play a key role in driving WÜSTHOF’s supply chain efficiency by delivering accurate forecasts, optimizing inventory, and supporting our SIOP process. This position will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams to ensure supply and demand are aligned to meet our global business objectives.
The Demand Planner will analyze sales trends, manage forecasts, and coordinate production and logistics activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proven experience in supply and demand planning, and a deep understanding of SIOP processes. This role requires a mix of technical proficiency, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Lead the demand planning process from data collection to forecast generation, analysis, and alignment across departments.
- Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to develop monthly demand plans and support the SIOP cycle.
- Manage inventory planning, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
- Create and maintain reports and dashboards to track forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory KPIs.
- Collaborate with production and procurement to translate demand signals into executable supply plans.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
- Conduct ad hoc analysis to support business decisions and supply chain initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
- 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or S&OP/SIOP processes.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience interpreting large datasets and translating insights into actionable plans.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP and forecasting tools; experience with SAP, or Kinaxis is a plus.
- Advanced Excel and BI tool proficiency (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with global supply chain operations, including import/export logistics, is a plus.