Demand Planner 🎯

Belgium, Kortrijk

Our mission 🚀

In 2016, our founders wanted to feed their dogs - named Edgard and Cooper - pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. But when they couldn't find this, they decided to make their own. Now, 8 years later, our pack has 200 employees and we are beyond proud to be part of the B Corp movement. 

Want to find out more about us? Click HERE 

What type of breed are we looking for? 🐕

You’ll lead demand planning across operational, tactical, and strategic horizons, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to improve forecast accuracy. You’ll manage monthly demand reviews with sales teams and drive DSS (Demand-Supply Sync) for agile planning.

As the demand pillar owner in PEAK (S&OP/IBP), you’ll provide key inputs, track forecasting KPIs, and improve processes to ensure on-time and in-full delivery to our furry customers, while aligning with business goals.

What will be in your bowl? 🥗

• You will take ownership of demand planning across operational, tactical, and strategic horizons, collaborating closely with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain. Key inputs such as seasonality, historical sales, and projected growth will guide your forecasts.
• Your primary focus will be on improving forecast accuracy across all planning horizons. You will assess and optimize forecasting methods regularly to ensure alignment with business goals and market realities, ultimately driving improved accuracy in demand planning.
• You will lead demand review meetings, conducting monthly check-ins with Sales to ensure alignment on forecasts, address discrepancies, and make adjustments based on the latest market insights and business needs.
• You will co-lead DSS (Demand and Supply Synchronization) efforts, organizing weekly syncs with the Supply Planner to ensure close alignment between demand and supply, enabling a responsive and agile approach to meeting demand in real-time.
• As the owner of the demand pillar within the PEAK (S&OP/IBP) process, you will provide essential inputs for the strategic cycle. This involves consolidating data, analyzing trends, and facilitating discussions to align on demand forecasts and support critical decisions in supply and production planning.
• You will track and monitor forecast accuracy, including key performance indicators (KPIs) such as forecast bias and demand variability, and take corrective actions when needed to improve forecasting outcomes.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that demand planning for new product launches, promotional campaigns, and seasonal events is precise and aligned with business priorities.
• You’ll actively contribute to process improvements, identifying opportunities to optimize forecasting methods, planning tools, and reporting systems to enhance overall demand planning efficiency and effectiveness.
• You will ensure continuous communication and alignment with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure that changes in market conditions, customer behavior, and promotions are reflected in forecasts.
• You will be responsible for setting up and optimizing both periodical and ad hoc reports, delivering actionable insights to key stakeholders and supporting decision-making across the organization.

What skills & tricks should you bring? 🤹

• Master degree reasoning capabilities
• You have 2 years of experience in Demand planning, with proficiency in statistical forecasting, trend analysis and data analysis.
• First relevant experience with S&OP cycle (PEAK) , including demand reviews and supply planning for effective decision-making.
• Languages: English and/or Dutch
• Ability to standardize processes, establish KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven insights.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing skills, and cross-functional collaboration to align teams.
• Proactive problem-solving, scenario planning, and risk assessment for effective demand strategies.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and demand planning tools are a plus.

Our benefits 🎁

• 💰 Salary package that will reflect your built-up experience
• 🌱 Certified B Corp Employer with supportive policies and practices to ensure we are one happy pack
• 🌅 Company retreats to meet each other in person
• 👩‍💻 Flexibility to work from home to enjoy a better work-life balance
• 🐾 Pets at work, recognizing the joy and comfort of having your furry friend by your side
• 🧆Unlimited Pet food because a happy pet equals a happy family
• 🌟 Volunteering day to contribute to a cause we believe in. 
• 🧠 Wellbeing program access to qualified counselling because caring for ourselves is just as important as caring for our pets
• 🏝️ 32 days paid holiday a year
• 🍿 Team activities including pawesome teambuildings, Thursday drinks, occasional fresh soup on Fridays…
• 🌎 Work from anywhere for one month per year to pursue personal interests
• 🧘‍♂️ 1 month unpaid leave, giving you some extra time to recharge and come back to work refreshed
• 🔋 Learning opportunities in a truly international environment that will give you extensive responsibility but also guidance as you need it.

⚠️ No agencies, recruiters or outsourcing companies.

Hiring Process 🕵️‍♀️

• 🧪 Assessment from home (20mins)
• 📞 Intro call with Bieke, Talent Acquisition Specialist (25’)
• 🎯 Competency based interview with Mariana, IBP Manager (45’)
• ✅ Case study (60’)

Equal opportunities 🌈

We believe the strength of a pack comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application.

If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know.

We're looking forward to hearing from you.

We kindly ask to apply in English.