Demand Planner EMEA (m/f/d)

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.

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We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

The Demand Planner is responsible for developing and managing a demand schedule which will include production slot planning, capacity planning, sales analysis as well as managing product allocation to each region.  This role will interface with multiple departments to develop and execute an accurate demand plan to meet customer needs and drive company growth.

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. We take personal ownership in what we do, developing trust in our relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We firmly believe in having honest, forthcoming, and fair communications.

•Lead monthly demand reviews with commercial teams. Conduct demand analysis, monitor sales history and report forecast changes and drivers

•Manage and drive the regional S&OP demand planning process for assigned product families

•Develop forecasts and replenishment plans for the region

•Ensure forecast data is updated in the planning system

•Develop item level and the aggregate forecast for the relevant product families.

•Provide input into inventory strategies on existing, new products and product phase outs 

•Drive S&OP best practices and help standardize our planning methodologies 

•Effectively communicate ideas and identify any risk mitigation strategies

•Monitor supply chain key performance indicators, perform root cause analysis, implement action plans and strive for continuous improvement.

Here at Fluence, we strive to continuously improve, be intellectually curious and be adaptive to our customers and employee’s needs. Collaboration is key, both in our partnerships with our customers, and with each other. Fluence prioritizes the most critical efforts that allow for the greatest impact. 

Minimum of 5 years of relevant forecasting or demand planning experience

Ability to collaborate and work in a changing environment

Strong analytical skills combined with practical business acumen

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or Engineering 

Basic Finance and Accounting skills

APICS certification is strongly preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Entrepreneurial drive and ability to prioritize and execute many tasks in parallel.

Working on transforming a fundamental part of our society is exciting and fulfilling. It requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed. We respect our coworkers and customers. We listen to what others have to say, and we are inclusive.

We are a passionate team that enjoys taking on new challenges.  We are continually learning and putting plans in place to drive the success of the company forward.