Global Supply Chain Planner

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Global Supply Chain Planner!! 

Location: France- Remote, Eden Prairie & Fargo -MN and Austin -TX

Job ID: 38851
 
HID Global, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Demand Planner to join our dynamic Desktop Supply Chain team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts that drive critical supply chain and business decisions. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Operations to ensure alignment between market demand and production planning.

As a key player in our integrated business planning process, the Demand Planner will leverage statistical forecasting tools, market intelligence, and historical data to anticipate customer needs and support service level goals while minimizing inventory risk. Your insights will help optimize inventory levels, improve customer satisfaction, and contribute to overall operational efficiency.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. 
We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 
 

As our a Global Supply Chain Planner, you’ll support HID’s success by: 
•    Developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts using sales data, historical trends, market insights, and statistical models.
•    Utilizing ERP and forecasting tools to support demand planning, material requirements, and master scheduling across multiple sites.
•    Leading and continuously improving the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, including driving forecast accuracy, leading monthly demand reviews, defining key metrics, and aligning cross-functional inputs.
•    Collaborating closely with Sales, Finance, Product Management, and Engineering to understand forecast drivers, support new product launches, and manage product transitions.
•    Conducting root cause analyses on forecast discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to enhance planning reliability.
•    Maintaining planning systems and databases to ensure data integrity and accurate reporting.
•    Implementing and monitoring inventory control strategies to minimize excess and obsolete stock while avoiding stockouts.
•    Coordinating cross-functional research to reconcile forecast variances and incorporating updated business assumptions.
•    Developing and documenting demand planning best practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
•    Regularly interfacing with internal stakeholders to align forecasts, reduce slow-moving inventory, and supporting overall supply chain performance.

Your Experience and Background include:  
•    Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
•    3+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or forecasting roles
•    Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
•    APICS or IBF certification is a plus.
•    Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
•    Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, Power Query, dashboards)
•    Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
•    Experience with inventory planning systems and MRP logic
•    Experience with forecasting tools is preferred

What we can offer you:
•    Competitive salary and rewards package
•    Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
•    A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture 
•    Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
•    To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds
 

Why apply? 
•    Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
•    Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers. 
•    Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

The wage range for this role considers a broad scope of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At HID, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. 

The base salary in the United States is $98,000 to $104,000. 

This opportunity may be open to flexible working arrangements.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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