Responsibilities

Do you have what it takes to shape a better tomorrow?We’re Parker, a multinational company. We move things, people and ideas forward. Working with us means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference. We’re looking for team players to provide our customers with high-quality products, systems and services across a wide range of industries. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to develop yourself and explore different opportunities within the Company.

For our Motion, Power, Sensing Division site based in Fribourg, we are currently looking for a

Demand Planner 

for a temporary duration of 6 months

 Your responsibilities 

• Demand Forecasting and Planning:o    Develop, maintain, and update accurate demand forecasts using quantitative (statistical models, historical sales data) and qualitative inputs (spanet intelligence, customer feedback).o    Consolidate, analyze and validate forecasts in collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders.o    Generate and communicate a 36-month rolling demand plan aligned with business objectives and spanet trends.o    Support New Product Introductions (NPI) by incorporating development product demand into forecasts.o    Communicate demand planning performance, challenges, and opportunities to management and relevant business units, and facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to review forecast changes, potential risks, and mitigation plans.

• SIOP Demand Reviews:o    Prepare for and lead monthly Demand Reviews and SIOP meetings with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and Supply Chain.o    Lead demand reconciliation processes and ensure alignment between demand plans and supply capabilities.o    Propose continuous improvements in SIOP processes, including demand load management, frozen period management, and forecast ownership.o    Act as the primary interface with Finance and Programs for budget alignment and reforecasting exercises.

• Process Improvement:o    Identify opportunities for process improvements within the demand planning functiono    Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning and inventory management. 

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or any related field 
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in demand planning or supply chain forecasting within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably aerospace
• Experienced in SAP, PowerBI and Excel
• Knowledge of manufacturing resources planning theories, SIOP principles, and industry practices
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for defining problems, collecting and analyzing data, and proposing effective solutions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences including management and external customers at a global level
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for driving process efficiencies and innovation
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt quickly to changing business needs and spanet conditions
• Collaborative mindset with proven ability to build strong working relationships across multiple departments and functions
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Fluent in both French and English

What we offer

• Solid employer present on the spanet for over 100 years.
• Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
• Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success.
• Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
• Open environment: we are excited to hear your ideas!
• Attractive compensation packages designed to hire and retain the best talents in the industry.

If you don’t find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us!

Have we sparked your interest?

Then take your future into your own hands as soon as possible - we look forward to getting to know you. Please apply with your complete application documents directly online.

EMEA Business Descr

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Aerospace Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Motion, Power, Sensing Division EMEA (MPSD) is a key service provider to PHEMEA.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.