Our client, a global leader in innovative technology solutions, is seeking a Senior Manager Integrated Business Planning (S&OP) Europe (gn) to join their dynamic team next to Darmstadt. As a key member of the supply chain leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment between demand and supply. In this highly visible position, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic S&OP processes, managing cross-functional teams, and optimizing inventory levels to meet customer needs while maximizing profitability.

YOUR ROLE:

• Lead demand, supply, and order management within the organization
• Optional: Lead an order management team, fostering collaboration and excellence
• Create S&OP reporting and processes for Finance, Sales, Product, and Supply Chain
• Create forward-rolling demand, sales, and purchase forecasts
• Monitor KPIs, implement process enhancements, and improve customer satisfaction
• Proactively manage and optimize inventory
• Develop and lead a robust inventory management process
• Optimize and maintain BI and Forecasting tools
• Leverage technology solutions for supply chain visibility and efficiency
• Coordinate and collaborate on logistics, supply chain, logistics service provider management, and finance/controlling projects

YOUR STRENGTHS:

• Business administration or technical degree, comparable qualification, e.g. with a focus on supply chain
• Several years’ experience in demand planning/forecasting, supply chain or related analytical field
• Ideally first direct management experience
• Strong SAP MM/SD (S/4HANA) and MS Excel knowledge
• First experience with BI tools like Qlik is a plus
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills
• Independent, analytical, and solution-oriented way of working
• Strong communication skills in an international environment
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

YOUR BENEFITS:

• Independent work and close exchange within the international team
• A young team of committed employees and an agile working environment with a start-up mentality, in which personal responsibility and team spirit complement each other
• A modern working environment, flexible working conditions and attractive remuneration
• 30 days holiday, mobile working (2 days a week), company pension scheme, shopping discounts, employee events and much more