Leaf planning manager (m/f/d)

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About the role:

As a Leaf Planning Manager, you will support the Global Leaf Planning organization in managing and improving supply chain planning processes across a global manufacturing environment. You will combine operational planning, data analysis and continuous improvement to help ensure that materials, production capacity and inventory are effectively aligned with business needs. The role offers broad exposure to supply chain planning processes and collaboration with teams across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Commercial and Business Technology. Depending on business priorities and your experience, your responsibilities may cover areas such as demand planning, sourcing and procurement planning, production and material planning, inventory management, capacity planning, supply planning, tactical planning, reporting and process improvement. This is an opportunity for a planning professional who enjoys working with data, solving operational challenges and improving the way planning decisions are made.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning Operations

• Support the execution of end-to-end supply chain planning processes.
• Monitor planning performance and identify potential risks affecting material availability, production plans, inventory levels and customer demand.
• Analyze planning issues and recommend corrective actions to support business and operational targets.
• Maintain accurate planning and master data to ensure reliable planning results and smooth system operation.
• Support inventory optimization and ensure the availability of materials and semi-finished products required for production.
• Contribute to balanced production and material planning, taking into account demand, inventory, capacity and operational constraints.
• Perform planning activities in enterprise resource planning systems and ensure that production and material plans remain aligned with changing business requirements.
• Ensure that planning activities follow established processes, standards and governance requirements.

Data Analysis and Decision Support

• Analyze planning, production, inventory and capacity data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare regular performance reports, key performance indicators and management presentations.
• Support scenario analysis and business simulations to evaluate different planning and capacity options.
• Analyze capacity utilization and identify potential bottlenecks and opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Support decision-making by translating complex data into clear and actionable insights.
• Improve reporting processes by developing standardized reports and dashboards that provide transparency and consistent information across functions.
• Contribute to establishing reliable data sources and improving data quality across planning processes.
• Translate business requirements into clear specifications for reporting, analytics and planning system improvements.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Commercial and Business Technology functions.
• Collaborate with planning teams across different markets, locations and manufacturing sites.
• Facilitate communication between planning teams and business stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, risks and actions.
• Support the coordination and standardization of planning activities across different markets and manufacturing locations.
• Communicate analytical findings and planning recommendations clearly to both operational teams and management.

Continuous Improvement and Digital Transformation

• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize and improve planning processes.
• Contribute to projects focused on supply chain transformation, process optimization and digitalization.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise resource planning systems, reporting solutions and data visualization tools.
• Contribute to the development of Power BI dashboards and other analytical solutions where appropriate.
• Participate in system and reporting testing, user acceptance testing, documentation, training and deployment activities.
• Document processes and share knowledge to strengthen planning capabilities across the organization.
• Identify and implement practical improvements that enable faster, more reliable and data-driven decision-making.

Areas of Responsibility:

Depending on business needs and your experience, the role may include responsibilities in one or more of the following areas:

• Demand Planning
• Sourcing and Procurement Planning
• Production and Material Planning
• Semi-Finished Goods Planning
• Inventory Management
• Supply Planning
• Tactical Planning
• Capacity Planning and Utilization
• Factory and Manufacturing Planning
• Planning Analytics and Reporting
• Planning Process Improvement and Digital Transformation

What We Are Looking For:

Education

University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a related field.

Professional Experience

Professional experience in supply chain planning, procurement, manufacturing, operations, logistics or business analytics. Experience working in a multinational organization or manufacturing environment is an advantage. Practical experience with enterprise resource planning or supply chain planning systems, particularly SAP, is preferred. Experience with data analysis, reporting and translating business requirements into practical analytical or reporting solutions. Experience in demand planning, production planning, material planning, inventory management or capacity planning will be an advantage. Experience working with international and cross-functional teams is beneficial.

Technical Skills

Strong analytical and planning skills, with the ability to interpret operational data, identify risks and recommend appropriate actions. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Practical experience working with SAP or another enterprise resource planning system. Experience with Power BI or other data visualization and reporting tools is an advantage. Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and the interdependencies between demand, supply, production, inventory and procurement. Strong interest in digital tools, data and analytics, with the ability to learn and adopt new technologies quickly.

Skills and Behaviours

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Ownership mindset and the ability to take responsibility for delivering results. Ability to work independently, organize priorities and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to build effective relationships across functions, markets and organizational levels. Collaborative approach and willingness to work with colleagues from different cultures and professional backgrounds. Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity to find better ways of working. Adaptability and resilience in a fast-changing and demanding business environment. Ability to communicate analytical findings and recommendations clearly and effectively.

What You Can Expect:

This role provides an opportunity to work at the intersection of supply chain planning, analytics and digital transformation within a global organization. You will gain exposure to different planning processes and manufacturing operations while working with international stakeholders and contributing to projects that improve planning effectiveness, data quality and decision-making. The position is particularly suited to someone who wants to develop a broad understanding of global supply chain planning while building expertise in analytics, digital tools and operational improvement.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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