Demand Planner

🚀 Job Opportunity: Demand Planner & S&OP (FMCG)

Location: Brussels, Belgium

Company: MEO group

Sector: FMCG)

Experience Level: Mid-level (Minimum 2 years of experience)

Start: ASAP

Meogroup drives excellence and growth through innovation and efficient supply chain solutions. We are looking for an ambitious and data-driven Demand Planner to join our dynamic team in Brussels.

If you have a strong background in forecasting, a knack for process improvement, and love building smart tools to optimize S&OP workflows, this opportunity is for you!

💡 The Role

In this position, you will play a central role in aligning demand forecasting with business objectives. Beyond standard demand planning, you will take ownership of designing, building, and optimizing digital tools and models that streamline our Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demand Forecasting: Develop baseline statistical forecasts using historical data, market trends, and commercial inputs from sales and marketing teams.
• S&OP Process Ownership: Facilitate and enhance the S&OP cycle, ensuring aligned alignment between Supply, Sales, Marketing, and Finance.
• Tooling & Analytics: Design, implement, and maintain demand planning and S&OP tracking tools (e.g., Excel/VBA, Power BI, Python, or specialized planning software).
• Inventory & Service Optimization: Monitor forecast accuracy, track KPIs (MAPE, BIAS), and continuously identify opportunities to reduce stockouts and excess inventory.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the main bridge between supply chain operations and business stakeholders to ensure accurate inventory requirements.

🎯 Who We Are Looking For

• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain Analytics, or S&OP coordination within the FMCG sector.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis and tool development (Advanced Excel, Power BI/Tableau, ERP/APS systems like SAP, O9, Anaplan, or similar).
• Mindset: Strong analytical mindset with a passion for process automation, data visualization, and continuous improvement.
• Communication: Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in French and/or Dutch is a strong plus.

🌟 What We Offer

• A key position within a growing, forward-thinking organization.
• The autonomy to design and implement your own tools and processes.
• An attractive remuneration package with competitive benefits.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment located in Brussels.

📩 Interested in Joining Us?

If you are ready to take your career in Supply Chain to the next level and shape the future of our S&OP operations, apply directly on LinkedIn or drop us a message!

Cheers,