Senior Demand Planning Analyst
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Salary€22k – €31k
LocationSofia, Bulgaria
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 6, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live1d ago
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5+ years of relevant experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analytics or related business operations, with hands-on responsibility for demand forecasts and planning reviews
Strong understanding of statistical forecasting, forecast accuracy, bias analysis and demand-driver analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience turning complex data into clear recommendations
Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization and influencing stakeholders across functions and levels
Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau or Power BI
Experience with advanced planning systems such as Demantra, SAP APO, Logility or Demand Solutions is preferred
CPIM or CSCP certification is preferred
Skills
Demantra
SAP APO
Logility
Demand Solutions
Tableau
Power BI
About the role
The Senior Demand Planning Analyst is part of the SIOP team within Sensata’s Operations organization and brings proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, and business analytics. The role integrates customer forecasts, historical demand, external market intelligence, and statistical forecasting methods to develop an accurate demand signal for the assigned business portfolio. It translates forecast assumptions, risks, and opportunities into actionable insights that support Business Unit decisions and the SIOP process.
The role owns demand planning execution within Sensata’s established SIOP framework. It partners with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to align inputs and develop a consensus demand forecast. The Senior Demand Planning Analyst leads the monthly Demand Review, communicates forecast changes and key assumptions, and coordinates action closure, escalating unresolved decisions to the appropriate stakeholders.
Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
• Leads in the creation of future capacity plans
• Handles any communication with marketing, manufacturing and customer service to ensure accuracy and efficiency of message
Key Accountabilities
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Develop and maintain a rolling 18-month demand forecast, incorporating market conditions, customer forecasts, product lifecycle changes and relevant market data.
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Lead the monthly Demand Review as part of the SIOP process, aligning assumptions, documenting decisions and driving actions to closure.
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Monitor forecast accuracy and bias, identify root causes of forecast error and lead corrective actions with relevant stakeholders.
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Conduct what-if and scenario analysis to support business decisions and identify demand, supply and inventory risks.
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Partner with Product Management and Supply Planning on phase-in, phase-out and inventory risk mitigation.
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Drive improvements in demand planning processes, data quality, standardization and automation.
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Support planning-system integration projects as a Demand Planning subject matter expert, including testing and implementation.
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Support onboarding, training and mentoring of Demand Planning team members.
Additional Experience and Skills
Requirements
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5+ years of relevant experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain analytics or related business operations, with hands-on responsibility for demand forecasts and planning reviews.
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Strong understanding of statistical forecasting, forecast accuracy, bias analysis and demand-driver analysis.
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Experience with advanced planning systems such as Demantra, SAP APO, Logility or Demand Solutions is preferred.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience turning complex data into clear recommendations.
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Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization and influencing stakeholders across functions and levels.
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Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
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CPIM or CSCP certification is preferred.
Gross Annual Salary Range:
22,292.00 EUR - 30,651.50 EUR
Legal
The salary range is published in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and relevant country legislation.
Starting Salary
The starting salary offered will be based on objective, gender-neutral criteria , (e.g internal equivalency, relevant skills, experience, qualifications etc.). Applicants will not be asked for salary history.
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