Deployment Planner

Campari Group today is a major player in the global branded spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, marketed and distributed in over 190 markets around the world, with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 25 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries, and employs approximately 4,700 people. Shares of the parent company Davide Campari - Milano N.V. are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since Campari Group is today the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. Position Summary: The Deployment Planner is responsible for strategic and tactical planning of finished goods deployment across the distribution networks. This role ensures optimal product availability, inventory positioning, and service levels while minimizing cost and waste. Key Responsibilities Accountable to own the deployment plan to ensure delivery of service, cost and cash metrics Develop and execute deployment plans to move finished goods from manufacturing sites to distribution centers and markets within Americas and Globally Proactively identify supply risks and constraints; develop contingency plans to mitigate service disruptions Communicate proactively to build alignment on action plans and own issue resolution Align deployment strategies with demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory targets Monitor and manage inventory levels across the supply chain to ensure product availability while minimizing excess and obsolescence Collaborate with demand planners, production planners, and logistics teams to balance supply and demand Partner with customer service and logistics team to ensure alignment on deployment priorities, constraints and execution plans Analyze service, cost and inventory metrics and identify opportunities for improvement Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for deployment-related issues Utilize ERP and advanced planning systems to manage deployment plans and inventory movements Own Master Data accuracy to ensure accurate deployment Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably in a CPG or FMCG environment Strong knowledge of supply chain networks in a manufacturing environment, inventory management, and logistics Proficiency in planning tools (SAP, OMP, Kinaxis, etc.) and Excel / Power BI for data analysis Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a matrixed, multicultural, and fast‑paced environment Preferred Skills Experience with S&OP / IBP processes Familiarity with global trade compliance and international logistics Lean / Six Sigma or APICS certification is a plus Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Campari Group believes that fair compensation and equal opportunities are crucial for employees' well‑being, empowerment, and engagement. Our efforts to ensure fair pay have earned us the Fair Pay Certification by Fair Pay Workplace, an independent organization dedicated to dismantling pay disparities based on gender, race and their intersection. #J-18808-Ljbffr