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Demand Planner

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Grupo Planeta

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Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
English: Required
Education: University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in the scientific area (Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Economics or ITM).
Master or Postgraduate degree specialized in Supply Chain, Business Intelligence, or Operations Management.
High level of English.
Advanced user of Excel and desirable in PowerBI, Oracle SmartView and Qlik.
1 year of experience in analysis or planning tasks.
Great analytical and management skills.
Creative, decisive, proactive, focused on continuous process improvement, multi-tasking, and used to working in changing environments and under pressure.

The role

DeAgostini Coleccionables is looking for a Demand Planner, based in our office in Barcelona.

Reporting directly to the Manager of Distribution and Sales, and working closely with the Marketing, Purchasing, Stocks and Management Control departments, your main mission will be the management of demand and the planning and procurement of materials in the markets where the Company's publications are marketed.

What you'll do

Creation of predictive demand algorithms.
Automation of processes and creation of tools for analysis and measurement of results.
Project review and support to the Marketing area in the definition of sales objectives.
Statistical analysis of results to predict behavior and correct deviations.
Monitoring of kpi's of Sales and Distribution areas.
Calculation of optimal needs of purchases and print runs.
Inventory tracking, breakage prediction, replenishment and calculation of surpluses in order to reuse materials.
Monthly results review and generation of reports for the Marketing and Management Control Departments.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry: Media & Publishing
Founded: 1949
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

We invite you to get to know us!

Additional information

If you think your profile might be a good fit for the role, please don't hesitate to apply!

At Grupo Planeta, we are committed to equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applicants equally on the basis of their skills, achievements and experience, regardless of their race, nationality, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by law.

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