Senior Demand Planner - 3 Months (min) - Wallonia

Senior Demand Planner

Location: Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium
Type: Contract
Duration: 3 months, with strong likelihood of extension
Start: Immediate
Working Model: Full-time on-site

About the Role
Our client is looking for a Senior Demand Planner to join its supply chain team on an immediate-start basis. This is a highly independent role in which you will own the demand planning process end to end, from forecasting through to production planning and scheduling, working with a proprietary in-house planning tool alongside Microsoft Dynamics AX.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain accurate demand forecasts, analysing historical sales data, trends and market inputs
• Translate demand forecasts into production plans and schedules
• Manage and optimise planning parameters, inventory levels and service levels
• Work with the in-house planning tool and Microsoft Dynamics AX to maintain data accuracy and reporting
• Monitor forecast accuracy and KPIs, identifying deviations and driving corrective actions
• Liaise with sales, production, procurement and logistics to align supply with demand
• Contribute to the S&OP process and support cross-functional planning discussions
• Proactively identify risks, shortages and opportunities, and propose solutions
• Work independently, taking ownership of the planning cycle

Profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in demand planning or a similar supply chain planning role
• Hands-on experience in demand forecasting, production planning and scheduling
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or a comparable ERP system
• S&OP experience is a strong bonus
• Broader supply chain management experience is a strong plus
• Experience in the food and beverage industry is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Autonomous, proactive and comfortable owning the process
• Fluent French and English required
• Immediately available