Global Planner

ROLE PROFILE

Role title	Global Planner
Function	Global Supply Chain Planning
Level	Specialist
Location
Report to

PURPOSE OF ROLE

As part of the Global Supply Chain Centre of Excellence, the Global Planner ensures efficient product flow and optimal planning performance across the end‑to‑end supply chain. This role is designed to be applicable to Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or Distribution Planning.

You will balance service, cost, and inventory, ensure accurate planning inputs, and support seamless product availability across markets and regions. The role requires strong analytical capability, advanced digital skills (Power BI, Excel, AI), and deep understanding of planning systems and MRP logic. You will collaborate closely with global, regional, and external partners and contribute to continuous improvement and project initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning & Forecasting (Demand / Supply / Distribution)

• Generate, maintain, and optimize planning outputs (forecasts, supply plans, deployment plans) depending on assigned planning area.
• Analyze demand signals, supply constraints, and inventory positions to ensure reliable planning outcomes.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation actions to protect service levels and minimize cost and inventory impact.

Product & Inventory Flow Management

• Support product lifecycle activities (launches, transitions, discontinuations).
• Ensure optimal stock levels and product flow across hubs, warehouses, and markets.
• Provide visibility on availability, constraints, and recovery actions to stakeholders.

Systems, Data & Master Data

• Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead times, safety stocks, MOQ, lot sizes, etc.).
• Ensure strong master data governance and continuous improvement of data quality.
• Use advanced planning tools (Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP/S4HANA) and BI platforms (Power BI, Excel, AI‑based analytics) to monitor performance and support decisions.
• Contribute to automation, system enhancements, and digitalization initiatives.

Project Management & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional projects across Demand, Supply, and Distribution Planning, ensuring clear scope definition, structured execution, and timely delivery of milestones.
• Manage project timelines, risks, and dependencies, proactively identifying issues and driving mitigation actions to protect service, cost, and inventory outcomes.
• Track and report key KPIs; analyze deviations and propose corrective actions.
• Champion continuous improvement, identifying inefficiencies, proposing solutions, and standardizing best practices across global planning teams.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Regional Operations, Planning teams, Logistics, Suppliers, and 3PL providers.
• Share forward visibility on demand, supply, and inventory to enable proactive decision‑making.
• Represent Planning in cross‑functional forums and improvement initiatives.

CHARACTERISTICS

As a Global Planner you thrive in a dynamic environment and combine analytical rigor with strong organizational skills. You are structured, customer‑focused, and able to prioritize effectively. You bring a proactive, digital‑savvy mindset and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, systems, and data quality.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Analytical and Problem solving

Strong numerical and data interpretation skills; able to draw fact-based insights, identify issues, and propose effective solutions.

Advanced IT & Digital Skills

Power BI, advanced Excel, AI‑based analytics, MRP/ERP systems, planning platforms.

Communication & Collaboration

Clear and concise communicator who builds trust, influences stakeholders, and works effectively across teams and cultures.

Customer & Service orientation

Focused on ensuring product availability and high service levels, while balancing cost and inventory priorities.

Adaptability & Continuous improvement

Flexible and resilient, with a proactive mindset toward process efficiency, system optimization, and learning.

Planning & Prioritization

Organized and structured, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-changing environment.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain, preferably in FMCG, retail, or similar international environment.
• Hands-on experience in planning area: Demand, Supply or Distribution in an international environment.
• Strong working knowledge of planning systems (Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, SAP IBP/S4HANA, or equivalent) and advanced MS Excel.
• Solid understanding of master data management in a supply chain context.
• Experience with Power BI, AI-driven analytics, and MRP/ERP systems.
• University degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

NEXT CAREER STEP

This role provides a platform for growth into senior planning, inventory management, process expert, or people leadership roles within Global Planning and broader Supply Chain functions.

Confidential - Internal Use Only