DBS Demand Planning Leader

At Grundfos, we pioneer solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve quality of life for people. As a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, we are driven by innovation, sustainability, and a deep commitment to making a difference. With over 19,000 employees worldwide, we are united by a shared purpose: to respect, protect, and advance the flow of water.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Demand Planning Leader to join our DBS Supply Chain team on a maternity cover contract. This is a unique opportunity to lead the demand planning process for a region, working closely with Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate forecasting and strategic alignment.

This role bridges short-term execution with long-term planning and offers a potential pathway to a permanent position in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the quality of the 0–18 month demand plan for the region (30%)
• Monitor and improve forecast accuracy and bias in collaboration with Sales (15%)
• Lead the region SIOE process (15%)
• Develop and communicate key assumptions behind the demand plan (10%)
• Build strong relationships with sales companies and customers (10%)
• Strengthen demand planning capabilities across the region (10%)
• Govern the Division Demand Review process (10%)
• Act as the key liaison with the Finance community on demand planning
  
  

You’ll collaborate with:

• Division and Group Supply Chain
• Sales and Finance teams
• Local and regional planning teams
• And other teams
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Economics, or related field
• Experience: 5+ years in Supply Chain Management within multinational environments
  
  

Skills:

• Strong analytical and data management capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Fluent in English
• Knowledge of SIOP / S&OP processes
• Familiarity with E2E supply chain and logistics concepts
  
  

Day-to-Day Benefits:

• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• If you’ll be working from your home office, we’ll make sure you are well equipped with a good workstation. However, you are always welcome to our offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.
• Flexible working hours and up to 3 days’ additional paid leave for volunteering.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance, parental support, internal well-being consultants, and programs.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
  
  

Join us at Grundfos and be a part of our journey towards a sustainable future!

PLEASE APPLY WITH AN ENGLISH CV!