Business Planning Analyst

Your responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy reporting solutions using modern analytics and visualization tools.
• Create and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and management reports supporting end-to-end planning processes.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable reporting solutions.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability across reporting platforms.
• Support planning teams with ad-hoc analyses and performance insights.
• Identify automation opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives across Planning CoE processes.
• Design and implement automated workflows to eliminate manual activities and improve efficiency.
• Develop solutions utilizing Power Platform technologies, including Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, and Power Apps.
• Support digital transformation initiatives and deployment of new technologies within Planning CoE.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to integrate reporting and automation solutions with existing systems.
• Gather, challenge, and refine business requirements to ensure optimal solutions are delivered.
• Balance stakeholder expectations with technical feasibility and development effort.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Business Services, and regional teams to deliver business value.
• Lead or support reporting and automation projects from concept through deployment.
• Facilitate workshops and requirements-gathering sessions with business users.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for developed solutions.
• Prepare user manuals, training materials, and standard operating procedures.
• Deliver training sessions and provide support to end users.
• Ensure proper governance and knowledge transfer for implemented solutions.
• Monitor solution performance and provide ongoing maintenance and enhancements.
• Stay current with emerging analytics, automation, and AI technologies.
• Proactively recommend improvements that increase business efficiency, visibility, and decision quality.
• Contribute to the standardization and harmonization of Planning CoE processes and reporting.

Our requirements

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Controlling, Business Analytics, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience or a strong interest in data analytics, reporting, business processes, or system support. Candidates with approximately 2 years of relevant experience are preferred, but junior profiles with the right skills and motivation are welcome.
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Basic to intermediate experience with Power BI and Power Query, or a strong willingness to develop these skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders from different teams and countries.
• Good written and spoken English.
• A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and ability to manage tasks independently.
• Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Power BI, including report development and an understanding of DAX.
• Power Query and data transformation.
• Basic understanding of data modeling and database concepts.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into reporting solutions.
• An analytical mindset and a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Interest in Supply Chain, Finance, Controlling, or business planning processes.
• Curiosity about data, reporting tools, and digital solutions.
• A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge inefficient processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative attitude and confidence in communicating with international stakeholders.
• The ability to explain data and technical topics in a clear, practical way.
• Flexibility and openness to learning new systems and technologies.

Optional

• SQL, VBA, Python, or other data analysis tools.
• Power Automate or Power Apps.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Familiarity with planning platforms such as SAP IBP, APO, OMP, Kinaxis, or similar tools.

What we offer

• Temporary full-time contract with BSS Poland for 12–15 months .
• The opportunity to contribute to the digital development of an international Planning organization.
• Hands-on experience in reporting, analytics, and business system maintenance.
• Collaboration with international teams across different functions and regions.
• Exposure to modern reporting, automation, and planning technologies.
• Opportunities to develop technical and business skills while working with experienced colleagues.
• A supportive environment that encourages learning, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• canteen
• free product gifts
• private medical care
• sharing the costs of professional training & courses
• remote work opportunities
• flexible working time
• fruits
• corporate products and services at discounted prices
• integration events
• dental care
• corporate gym
• retirement pension plan
• corporate library
• no dress code
• coffee / tea
• drinks
• parking space for employees
• leisure zone
• extra social benefits
• sharing the costs of tourist services
• sharing the costs of tickets to the movies, theater
• employee referral program
• charity initiatives
• extra leave

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION🌈

At Beiersdorf, each person is important and unique, which is why we create a culture of diversity and inclusion already at the recruitment stage💙. We are an employer offering equal employment opportunities and we encourage you to apply regardless of gender, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or beliefs 👩🏾🤝‍🧑. Here you will feel part of the team and you will have the opportunity to express yourself in your own individual way🤗.

CARE CHANGES EVERYTHING.

Get to know our strategy - CARE CHANGES EVERYTHING.💙

In our daily activities, we always act in accordance with those 4 pillars:

PEOPLE BEYOND EMPLOYEES - in Beiersdorf, you and your needs count 💙

TOGETHERNESS BEYOND TEAMS - we create strong teams, we work together for our successes🏆

CARE BEYOND SKIN - We act responsibly, caring for the local community and the environment🌳🌼

BRANDS BEYOND PRODUCTS - our brands are a great heritage and a reason to be proud📣!

CV

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Beiersdorf Shared Services Poland

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live a culture of inclusion, respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

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