Demand Planner

About the company

Nipro Europe Group Companies is part of Nipro Corporation Japan, a leading global healthcare company with over 28.000 employees worldwide. It’s European headquarters in Mechelen are home to Nipro Medical Europe, Nipro PharmaPackaging International, and the Institute for Medical Practice (iMEP) Belgium - a fully equipped research and training facility for medical professionals and Nipro employees alike. The geographical scope includes Europe, Africa, America and India.

About the role

We are looking for a hands-on, analytical, and communicative Demand Planner to join our Supply Chain team at our EMEA headquarters in Mechelen.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Your responsibilities will span demand planning, inventory management, sales forecasting, and production planning, all aligned with our European Supply Chain procedures.

How you will contribute

• Develop and refine sales forecasts in collaboration with the Sales team at customer/material level.
• Propose and implement strategies to enhance forecast accuracy.
• Monitor sales targets from key customers and track order placements.
• Analyze and validate production requirements based on service levels and inventory goals.
• Address demand-related challenges proactively and effectively.
• Collaborate with fellow Demand Planners to optimize workflows.
• Maintain cross-functional communication with departments such as Marketing, Procurement, Sales, RA/QA, and Customer Service.
• Ensure all activities comply with JSOX and ISO quality standards, while embodying Nipro’s core values.

What you bring to Nipro

• A Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• A passion for teamwork and achieving shared goals.
• A mindset where deadlines drive motivation, not stress.
• A balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
• Strong organizational skills, a growth mindset, and a sense of ownership.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written), our working language.

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with international supply chain processes and planning tools.

Why you should apply

Our mission is rooted in care, respect, and a deep commitment to the well-being of every life we touch—patients, partners, and team members. At Nipro, every colleague plays a vital role in driving innovation, improving patient outcomes, and making world-class healthcare accessible to all.

We foster a culture of active respect—where ideas flow freely, people feel safe to contribute, and everyone is treated with dignity. You’ll join a friendly, dynamic, and international environment where autonomy and initiative are valued.