Demand Manager M/W

Looking for a role where your analysis truly shapes business decisions?

At PPG, a global leader in coatings, we are seeking a Demand Manager within the EMEA Industrial Segment organization. In this role, you will ensure a high quality demand signal that supports customer service excellence, optimized inventory levels, and informed strategic decision-making across the EMEA region.

You will work closely with key commercial and operational stakeholders and play an active role in strengthening our Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.

You will operate across a significant scope inside the Industrial Coatings SBU: €170M in revenue, 4,200 SKUs and 9,000 DFUs sourced from 15 plants and shipped from 28 sites in EMEA. You will work closely with 5 key manufacturing locations and support 8 commercial segments.

You will join the EMEA IS Demand Planning team, reporting directly to the EMEA IS Demand Planning Director.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the Market Sign Off (MSO) and regional Demand Reconciliation processes, key steps of the monthly demand cycleShape 12–36 month forecasts and scenario planning to support growth and capacity strategies

• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to build a unified demand signal

• Support new product launches, run outs, scenario planning, and risk/opportunity assessments.

• Act as the Demand liaison for selected manufacturing plants, ensuring alignment between commercial demand and supply chain capabilities

• Deploy statistical forecasting methods and support the development of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process.

• Improve forecast accuracy, reduce bias, and elevate planning capabilities

• Support IBP cycles and business planning reviews

• Identify opportunities for optimization (SKU rationalization, supply flow, localization, etc.)

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Statistics, Business, Engineering, or another analytical discipline.

• 5–10 years of experience in forecasting, demand planning, or analytics within Supply Chain, including at least 3 years in a dedicated demand planning role.

• APICS/ASCM certification preferred (or willingness to pursue certification).

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Proficiency with forecasting tools and ERP systems: FOCUS, Power BI, SAP APO/IBP.

• Excellent communication and cross functional influencing skills, including engagement with senior leadership.

• Fluent English; a second language is a plus.

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership and assertiveness; ability to challenge constructively.

• Proactive, autonomous, and results oriented.

• Comfortable working in a complex and international environment.

• Willingness to travel (up to 20%).

What You Will Gain

By joining us, you will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute directly to the enhancement of our Integrated Business Planning process.

• Work in a dynamic, international, and cross-functional environment.

• Collaborate with experienced professionals across Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Finance.

• Influence business decisions that shape performance across the EMEA region.

• Grow your career within a global organization focused on continuous improvement.

• Compensation: min 44K€+bonus

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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