As a Senior Global P&A Demand Planner, you will lead the forecasting and demand planning process for Parts & Accessories, ensuring accurate inventory alignment with market needs and sales objectives. You will collaborate cross-functionally with sales, technical, FSC, supply chain, marketing, and finance teams to optimize stock levels, minimize shortages, and drive operational efficiency.
You make sure our internal products and external providers’ parts, get to the “premium motorcycles” our customers are ordering from Europe, USA, Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific region.
You have a good eye for detail and always have a plan B ready. You are leading in Demand Planning; developing effective forecasts in SAP and improving processes to achieve accuracy and quality of data – creating best practices to facilitate business performance at a level of excellence. You have a close contact with all related departments to proactively collect information, in order to anticipate issues in the field.
You ensure that the P&A team is fully up to date with the latest information which they need to communicate to the dealer network. You will be facilitating the team with information about lead times, ETA’s or alternative solutions. This role can be described as a spider in the web, and requires “out of the box thinking”.
Key ResponsibilitiesInventory Management:
- Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels (> 95% availability) of parts and accessories.
- Track inventory levels, orders, sales, and deliveries using inventory management software.
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
- Provide support in the area of supplier performance and delivery reliability.
- Make suggestions to minimize costs to all related departments.
Providing information to P&A sales reps
- Deliver clear, accurate, and timely information on delivery schedules, ETAs, and alternative solutions to P&A colleagues.
- Ensure delivery times are met and work closely with Logistics to have inbounds arranged in time.
- Collaborate with team members to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
- Support new product introductions by developing demand estimates and ensuring readiness of supply.
Data Entry & Reporting:
- Generate and distribute inventory-related reports (e.g., stock levels, usage trends, slow-moving inventory).
- Provide analysis on inventory turnover, forecasted needs, and excess stock.
Material resource planning
- Monitor and follow up on open incoming goods, in close cooperation with Logistics.
- Schedule production orders (kits) at our external 3PL or our local warehouse.
Demand planning optimisation
- Moving from an -mainly Excel driven- forecast to SAP IBP (Zero MC MDP)
Reporting
- Setting up KPI’s and maintaining them
- Weekly
- Monthly
- You have at least an HBO degree in related area and- or you can demonstrate at least >10 years of working experience in similar positions. (International) experience in (bilingual) Automotive, OEM or equivalent companies is a plus.
- Taking lead in optimisation projects
- You are fluent in English (Dutch is a plus and other European language(s) are very valuable.
- Enjoy working with people and have good analytical skills, and an objective mindset.
- Both strong team-player as independent worker.
- Flexible attitude
Zero Motorcycles, a leader and innovator in electric motorcycles and commercial powertrains, incorporates advanced technology, stunning design and commitment to environmental benefits. The EV space is growing dramatically, with Zero a leader in the two-wheel category and a rising star in powertrain applications to other OEMs electrifying sport and utility vehicles for powersport and industrial applications.
At Zero Motorcycles, you’ll join a passionate, fast-growing global team with a truly international spirit. While our roots in the United States have branched-out to Europe and established in The Netherlands, our team now spans across more than 10 countries, representing over 15 nationalities—and counting! We thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment where fresh ideas are welcomed, big dreams are encouraged, and success is celebratedn
Our team is united by a shared mission and a love for what we do. Whether we’re collaborating across time zones or catching up in the office, you'll find a group that’s driven, committed, and always ready to share a laugh.
We value connection beyond the work itself. From office lunches and Friday drinks to spontaneous barbecues when the sun’s out, and legendary Xmas parties and team-building days, we believe in having fun while we work hard.
Working with Zero Motorcycles, you’ll also have opportunities to represent us at events and trade shows—locally and internationally—if that’s something you enjoy. And as we continue to grow, so can you. We’re invested in your development and success, and we can’t wait to see where your journey with us will take you.
Additionally- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Inclusive and open-door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
- Work in a dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.