Jobbeschreibung
For over 100 years, LOWA has stood for quality, fit, innovation, and responsibility—and for people who want to make a difference. As a global outdoor company with roots in Jetzendorf, Bavaria, we develop, produce, and market high-quality shoes that accompany people around the world. We believe in the potential of each individual. That's why we create space for personal development, new ideas, and shared growth. At LOWA, you'll meet a team that is shaping the future of outdoor experiences with passion and vision – perhaps soon together with you?
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Production teams to create accurate demand forecasts and supply plans.
- Drive continuous improvement in planning processes to optimize stock levels and maintain high service standards.
- Monitor and analyze demand/supply alignment, using data-driven insights to support strategic decisions.
Why this role matters: Your expertise will directly impact our ability to scale globally, improve efficiency, and deliver on customer promises. You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, influence key business outcomes, and grow your skills in advanced planning and analytics.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, monitor, and optimize demand and supply plans tight back to market needs and financial targets.
- Plan and coordinate inventory, production capacity, and deliveries to meet market requirements.
- Global Forecast Coordination: Consolidate forecasts, manage cycles, and enhance tools/processes in collaboration with Sales and Product teams.
- Supply Planning: Derive net requirements, create & manage purchase orders, and prioritize production in coordination with manufacturing partner.
- Analyze market and supply chain data and translate insights into actionable improvements for efficiency and reliability.
- Improve planning processes and engage in cross-functional collaboration to strengthen end-to-end performance.
- Order Book Management: Ensure order book guidelines on flow and adherence to rules are followed, coordinate reviews, and maintain transparency on open orders.
- Reporting & Transparency: Deliver regular reports on inventory, backlog, and cancellations; develop weekly tracking dashboards. Provide KPI updates as input to S&OP and S&OE cycles.
- Lead specific improvement projects (incl. subject matter expertise for large-scale IT implementations and new planning software).
- 3–5+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or S&OP (ideally in consumer goods/footwear).
- Strong analytical & reporting skills and proficiency in Excel and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
- Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Structured, pragmatic approach to process improvement and planning.
- Excellent communication skills in English (German is a plus).
- Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to facilitate cross-functionally and manage complexity.
- Takes initiative and thrives on impact.
- A dynamic, international work environment with fast decision-making
- Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model
- Company bicycle and employee discount
- Company pension scheme
- Canteen and meal subsidies
- Discounts with cooperation partners
- Annual employee events such as summer party and Christmas party