Senior Demand Planner

Location: Skanderborg, DK

Are you passionate about transforming data into actionable insights? Do you excel in demand forecasting and thrive in a dynamic, structured environment? If you’re ready to make a significant impact on our Never Out of Stock department and drive strategic growth, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a Senior Demand Planner to strengthen our Never Out of Stock (NOOS) strategy. This role will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts, managing replenishment cycles, and ensuring product availability in line with market demand.

TOGETHER, WE ARE THE BEST
You will join our "Never Out of Stock" (NOOS) team of 14 colleagues, driven by a passion for delivering good results. We are enthusiastic and dedicated, and we enjoy taking on new challenges. As a team, we go the extra mile to achieve our common goals.
Our department is characterized by freedom with responsibility and a social atmosphere. With us, you will have the chance to develop both personally and professionally. You will play a pivotal role in our team and be a key contributor.

YOUR JOB
With your expertise in demand planning and sharp analytical skills, you'll ensure timely and accurate decisions, collaborating closely with colleagues and building strong relations with key stakeholders in buying, sales, and retail. You will be a role model in your approach to your areas of responsibility and will be the go-to person for your planning colleagues. As a Senior Demand Planner, you will also take part in evaluating the current commercial strategy, product portfolio, and price mix.

Your main goal is to ensure the right stock at the right time, so you will manage the demand forecast for specific categories and products at the SKU level. Some of your everyday tasks will include:

• Developing and implementing NOOS forecasting and planning strategies.
• Maintaining optimal inventory levels and balanced replenishment based on actual demand.
• Adapting forecasts to market dynamics by calling off booked capacity and fabrics and initiating operational corrective actions.
• Utilizing data, market insights, and AI to enhance sales performance.
• Collaborating with the purchasing team to secure the right capacity and lead time.
• Thinking ahead and creating realistic forecasts for our NOOS program.
• Continuously reviewing inbound orders in our supply chain and balancing purchases according to demand.
• Ensuring up-to-date, maintained, and comprehensible reporting of Product Lifecycle for stakeholders.

YOUR BENEFITS

• At VILA, we are ambitious together, with a winning mentality, where the sky is the limit, and everyone is eager to help each other succeed.
• You will join an international environment that prioritizes creating a supportive and welcoming community for everyone, and you will experience a united, fun, and vibrant atmosphere where everyone is part of our Family of Fighters.
• Our family-oriented culture fosters a sense of belonging, meaningful connections, and strong relationships.
• Flexible work hours and the opportunity to work remotely are integral parts of our culture because we value work-life balance and encourage employees to prioritize their personal lives while maintaining a strong work ethic.

YOUR PROFILE
You have a structured approach to your work and are analytical by nature, enabling you to leverage the large amount of data available to the team. It is essential that you are a strong communicator with the ability to ensure that we take appropriate actions and make informed decisions based on data. You thrive in a role where you have responsibility for your categories and are motivated by making a difference.
To succeed in this role, we expect you to have:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in demand planning, preferably within the fashion or lifestyle industry.
• A proactive approach to your tasks and an ability to stay ahead of challenges.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel — VBA is an additional advantage.
• An understanding of the importance of collaboration.
• A degree in business or economics, preferably with a focus on Finance, International Business, or Supply Chain Management.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Maria Rose at +45 30 85 30 00. Otherwise, please send us your CV and application as soon as possible and no later than November 6, 2024. We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to take down the advertisement once we find the right candidate.

ABOUT VILA
The design philosophy of VILA is based on a feminine approach to fashion, uniting femininity and trend insights. VILA’s signature style is discovered in the mix of prints, delicate cuts and fine details. VILA was established in 1994 as part of BESTSELLER, a 100% family- owned company founded in 1975.Today, VILA is sold through 100+ chain stores all over Europe and 2000 multi-brand stores. VILA also covers vila.com and shop-in-shop. For more information, please visit www.vila.com or www.bestseller.com.