Team Lead Demand Planning (m/f/d)

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As a Team Lead Demand Planning you will shape and drive the company’s demand planning strategy across the full portfolio. You will lead and develop a team of demand planners, set clear priorities, and continuously evolve our demand planning framework to support accurate forecasting and proactive, data-driven decision-making. By translating performance trends and market dynamics into clear guidance for senior stakeholders, your work will directly impact forecast accuracy, inventory optimisation, operational efficiency and revenue performance. This position is permanent and based in Munich .

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own and lead the demand forecasting process for Westwing’s Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) portfolio, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business objectives
• M onitor and continuously optimise forecast accuracy KPIs (MAPE, Bias, Rolling Forecast Error), driving root cause analysis, implementing sustainable, structural improvements as well as continuously evolving forecasting methodology, including machine learning applications
• L ead strategic demand planning initiatives, including business expansion and other high-impact, cross-functional priority projects
• D rive cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, integrating market intelligence, demand drivers, and promotional strategies into forecasting decisions
• C hampion process innovation by implementing automation, analytical enhancements, and workflow improvements to increase forecasting precision and efficiency
• L ead, mentor, and develop a team of four demand planners, setting clear priorities, ensuring high forecast quality and consistent planning standards, and building expertise in advanced forecasting techniques and cross-functional collaboration

YOU COME WITH

• Degree in supply chain, business analytics, statistics, economics, industrial engineering, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain analytics, managing complex, multi-SKU portfolios across regions
• Advanced knowledge of statistical and machine learning forecasting methods (e.g., multivariate regression, time-series modelling), with a strong command of metrics like MAPE and forecast bias; proven ability to design, implement, and continuously improve forecasting models and planning processes
• Excellent analytical and structured mindset, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable demand forecasts and business decisions
• First proven leadership experience and a strong ownership mentality, with the ability to lead, coach, and develop a team while taking full accountability for forecast quality, availability, and revenue impact
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and assertiveness, able to align and challenge stakeholders and drive decisions in a complex, cross-functional environment
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL; experience with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus

WHY WESTWING

If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it.
At Westwing, we’re building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living.

Here is what you can look forward to:

• A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration
• An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone
• A flexible hybrid setup with ideally 3 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen
• Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas
• A competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and equity
• 30 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create
• A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food - designed for moments that energise and connect
• Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers
• Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care
• Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad - moving with purpose and care for the planet
• Support for working parents, including our on-site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl
• One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about - because being human is our true superpower
• Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest

ABOUT US

Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 497 million in 2024. As Europe’s premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018.

Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We’re made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the “wow, you work at Westwing?” crowd.

Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn’t stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone’s uniqueness, cultural differences and equal opportunity.

Department

Operations & Logistics