Demand Planning Specialist

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

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

• Plan a portfolio for the region. The individual will prepare and drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process for a product technology, partner with Business/Go-To-Market and Product management to develop a consensus product and material forecast.

• Utilize both historical statistical models' and forward-looking inputs to define a weekly forecast.

• Work closely with Supply Planning to best utilize capacity under existing material situations.

• Supervise inventory position in terms of excess and obsolescence management, in cooperation with inventory controller and finance preparing provisions and scrap recommendations.

• Coordinate new product introductions and cancellations to reduce excess/obsolete piece parts while minimizing customer impact.

• Quarterly revise portfolio segmentation, support safety stock levels review.

• Achieve forecast accuracy and volatility goals, and support overall revenue, inventory and delivery targets.

• Experience with Tableau and SQL is a plus.

Basic Requirements

• Minimum 1 years of experience in supply chain/demand planning.

• First class communication in English and presentation skills.

• Candidate must have a solid understanding of basic Supply Chain principles.

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

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

• Strong analytical skills and attention to details.

• Positive and proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, solid time management skills, ability to work independently without continuous supervision.

• Experience with Oracle and/or Demantra planning module, or other MRP systems knowledge is a plus.

  
  

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:

• Employee Pension Plan (PPE).

• Competitive salary package.

• Strong team-oriented culture.

• Flexible working hours.

• Contract of employment.

• Private medical & dental coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Comfortable work conditions (high class offices, parking space).

• 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.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].