Sales & Operations Planning Manager (Supply Chain)

TL;DR

Sales & Operations Planning Manager (Supply Chain): Improving material forecasts from unconstrained demand pipelines to supplier forecasts with an accent on cross-functional collaboration and data integration. Focus on reducing lead times, optimizing inventory levels, and leading account review meetings for major accounts.

Location: Meiningen, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a global provider of networking and communications solutions.

What you will do

• Improve the 12-month rolling material forecast to reduce lead times and inventory levels.
• Represent Sales and Operations Planning within the organization to break down silos and connect disparate data sources.
• Lead and organize regular account review meetings with major accounts.
• Identify demand changes and anomalies early to accelerate the forecast process for suppliers.
• Mitigate lead time risks by understanding supply constraints before customer PO entry.
• Contribute to strategic S&OP concepts as part of the Global Supply Chain team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economic Science, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of work experience in Demand Planning and SCM.
• Experience in project management.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Salesforce, and ERP landscapes (SAP or similar).
• Good command of both English and German languages.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Meiningen, Germany.

Culture & Benefits

• Possibility to work in an international and multicultural environment.
• Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture.
• Flexible working hours model.
• Access to an internal training program.
• Perks including kindergarten allowance, Edenred card, and free drinks and fruits.
• Employee discounts for events and branded products.