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Global Spare Parts Forecasting Specialist

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management · Procurement

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In short

ABB is seeking a Global Spare Parts Forecasting Specialist to manage demand forecasts for spare parts, bridging local service organizations and feeder factories. This hybrid role focuses on ensuring parts availability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction through strategic planning and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain rolling demand forecasts for spare parts, consolidating inputs from LSOs and incorporating installed base data, failure rates, service contracts, product lifecycle changes, and new product introductions.
  • Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, product management, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure parts availability, manage supply risks, and support EOL, ECN, lead time, and inventory planning activities.
  • Monitor forecasting and supply performance through KPIs and dashboards, identify demand anomalies, and drive corrective actions to improve forecast accuracy, service levels, and on-time delivery.
  • Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, forecasting tools, ERP data quality, e-commerce platforms, and automation initiatives while ensuring compliance with ABB’s HSE and integrity standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in spare parts planning, demand forecasting, service operations, or supply chain management.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), forecasting tools, Excel/BI solutions, and e-commerce platforms.
  • Fluent English; additional European languages are an advantage.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset with the ability to develop and improve forecasting models.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to translate complex inputs into actionable recommendations.
  • Solid knowledge of spare parts strategies, service operations, and process improvement, with a focus on service availability, delivery performance, standardization, and automation.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in power electronics, UPS, critical power systems, or industrial equipment is preferred.

Benefits

  • Join a company that helps industries run leaner and cleaner.
  • Be empowered to lead and supported to grow.
  • Be proud of the impact created together.
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Company

ABB

Job Posted

1 week ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Quartino, Switzerland

Qualification

Bachelor

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