Demand Planning Expert, EE
JACOBSDOUWEEGBERTS
Posted: April 7, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a Demand Planning Expert to join a dynamic team in Tbilisi, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have experience in demand planning and a passion for coffee. Key skills include experience with coffee demand planning methodologies and a strong understanding of market trends.
Required Skills
Job Description
Johann Jacobs and Egbert Douwe didn’t know where the journey would lead, they just believed that everyone deserved the coffee they love. Now JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS is leading the way, shaping the future of coffee. As a pure-play coffee company, we are proud to be part of millions of people’s lives. Enjoyed in over 80 countries, our 12,000 passionate coffee champions are delivering our vision: a coffee for every cup.
True coffee democracy begins here with all of us. Coffee is at the heart of life. It is with us at the big moments and the small. It’s an expression and enjoyment of personal taste and everyone should be free to enjoy their coffee their way. So why don’t you join us? And be a part of something amazing…
 
The Local Demand Planner creates the demand plan in frames of IBP process, controls products’ coverage on distributor warehouse and improves Forecast accuracy & Forecast bias for the country/MSU.
The Operations function ensures the integration of all key business processes from supplier to customers, providing products, services and information that add value for customers and stakeholders. The function manages sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, supply chain (warehousing, logistics and distribution) and planning processes and ensures optimal alignment between demand and supply at a global scale, taking into account efficiency, required flexibility, security of supply and considering costs, working capital, quality levels, service levels, company and society values.
Demand Planning
Prepare and maintain demand forecasts for EE region (Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Moldova) to ensure accuracy and alignment with business targets.
S&OP Coordination
Lead cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, FP&A, and Supply Planning to secure forecast consensus and service level achievement. Lean S&OP Meetings and discussions about Promo Planning & Baseline Sales
Supply Planning
Manage Supply Planning from European Sources: manage orders, track inventories, oversee truck scheduling, and ensure timely replenishment during peak periods and absences.
Service & Inventory Management
Monitor CSL, OTIF, FCA and inventory levels, taking corrective actions to minimize OOS and optimize stock.
NPD & Projects
Support new product launches and regional initiatives by providing demand plans and coordinating supply chain readiness.
Process Improvement
Develop automation tools, dashboards, and reporting to simplify workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve decision-making
Team & Culture
Contribute to team engagement by supporting events, onboarding, and participation in functional meetings.
Education: Bachelor Degree
Experience: FMCG background preferred | Supply chain process expertise
Must have: Microsoft Office | SAP/APO | English & Russian | Analytical Thinking
WE OFFER:
• Excitement from working and learning in the team of high-profile professionals;
• Extensive functional learning;
• Competitive salary package;
• Compensations & benefits package, which includes: medical insurance, life insurance, meal allowance;
 
JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.