Demand Planner at ABB

Join ABB and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.
The Process Control Platform (PCP) organization is the value generating partner, creating digital control solutions for industries. This role is part of our Planning & Fulfillment (P&F) Center in Västerås. The P&F Center is managing the entire extended value chain from suppliers to the delivery, creating competitive advantage through improved customer satisfaction with optimized responsiveness, lead time, cost and on-time delivery.
In the role of Demand Planner you will have the key responsibility for creating the baseline for our perfomance, a balanced supply and demand. This mission is achieved by balancing and improving the  metrics customer on-time delivery, inventory, lead-time and forecast accuracy . Are you interested in planning and technology and have an understanding approach to customer needs, then this might be the right opening for you.

Your responsibilities
Create and maintain rolling 24 months unconstrained demand forecast for assigned products.
Hold superuser responsibility for the inventory optimimization tool Optimity.
Collaborate with Product Management and R&D team to coordinate new product launches, phase outs and platform changes.
Collaborate with other global P&F centers within the PCP organization.
Work for continous improvements together with our global contract manufacturer and suppliers for a streamlined supply chain.  
Review and implement initiatives to improve future forecast accuracy.
Be responsible for MRP masterdata in SAP and monitor finished goods inventories.
Live ABB’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.


Your background
A University degree within Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
Experience and knowledge in Planning and Fullfillment.
Skilled in development of best practices in planning systems.
Driven and supportive team member with social skills and ability to build good relationships.
You have great communication and analytical skills.
Fluency in both Swedish and English is mandatory, written and spoken alike.


More about us
Bring your very own sense of pride and purpose as you help us drive forward the Fourth Industrial Revolution – creating a sustainable future for our planet, and your career. Join ABB and harness the power of our diverse global network, as you collaborate with and learn from our world-class teams. Above all, challenge yourself every day. Let’s write the future, together.
Recruiting Manager Nils-Erik Jonsson, +46 702 30 33 50, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Rose-Mary Olofsson, +46 21 34 04 21, Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 21 34 02 85, Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +46 21 34 23 25. All other questions can be directed to recruitment consultant Renée Lundgren, +46 727 30 00 72.
Does the above description sound like you? This role is varied, challenging and rewarding. Apply today and help us change the course of an entire industry. Last day to apply is March 1.