Junior Demand Planner

Company Overview

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Department OverviewEMEA Demand Planning Team within Motorola Solutions Systems is responsible for managing the volume planning process across selected product categories for the EMEA region. Demand Planners analyze data and work closely with the Supply and Sales department to ensure the business is ready to handle the expected demand. Planners utilize advanced statistical forecast methods to achieve optimal demand signal accuracy and consistency. Demand Planning team is producing reports and ad-hoc analysis that evaluate demand-capacity and identify areas where improvements can be implemented. Demand forecast provided by the Demand Planning team is used by Motorola Solutions to gain necessary competitive advantage in the current ever-changing business environment.
Job Description

Ready to kickstart your career in supply chain planning and gain hands-on experience managing a dynamic product portfolio? We are looking for an ambitious and analytical Junior Demand Planner to join our team.
In this high-growth role, you will be the key analytical support for the Demand Planning function. You will learn to utilize planning tools, assist in driving the forecast consensus process, and directly collaborate with Business, Go-To-Market, and Product Management teams. This position is perfect for someone with 1+ years of experience who is eager to master the fundamentals of forecasting, inventory management, and seamless New Product Introductions (NPIs).
 

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• S&OP Cycle Support: Assist the Senior Demand Planner in preparing data, materials, and initial analysis for the weekly/monthly Sales & Operations Planning process for your assigned product technology.

• Forecast Generation: Learn and utilize statistical models and forward-looking market inputs to contribute to generating and publishing the weekly demand forecast.

• Performance Metrics: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) like Forecast Accuracy and volatility, providing reports that help the team understand and achieve overall revenue, inventory, and delivery targets.

• Strategic Support: Assist in the quarterly review of portfolio segmentation and provide analytical support for determining optimal safety stock levels.

• Supply Collaboration: Work in close alignment with the Supply Planning/Business Operations/Sales, learning how to align demand forecasts with current material capacity and constraints.

• System Integrity: Maintain accurate data within planning systems to ensure forecast and inventory accuracy.

Basic Requirements

• 1 year of professional experience in supply chain, inventory, or demand planning.

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or an equivalent field.

• First-class communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to clearly articulate complex planning scenarios to diverse stakeholders.

• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel is required (including creating and presenting quantitative, summarized data via pivot tables and graphs).

• A positive, proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, solid time management, and the ability to work effectively without continuous supervision.

A Plus If You Have:

• Experience with Oracle and/or Demantra planning modules, or other significant MRP/Advanced Planning Systems.

• Familiarity with data visualization and query tools such as Tableau and SQL.

• A solid understanding of basic Supply Chain principles beyond planning (e.g., logistics, procurement).

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way.

Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:

• Flexible working hours,

• Hybrid mode,

• Comfortable working conditions (high class offices, parking space),

• Competitive salary package,

• Strong team-oriented culture,

• Contract of employment,

• Private medical & dental coverage,

• Life insurance,

• Multisport card or MyBenefit vouchers

• 1000 PLN for spectacles,

• Employee Pension Plan (PPE),

• ESPP - Motorola Solutions stock programme,

• Trainings and broad development opportunities,

• Volleyball field and grill place next to the office,

• Lots of sport activities as Moto football league, Wakeboarding, Snowboarding, e-gaming league etc.,

• Access to wellness facilities and integration events,

• Motorola Solutions is supporting CSR activities and encourages employees to participate.

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanYes

CompanyMotorola Solutions Systems Polska Sp.z.o.o

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.