Original Equipment; OE) Customer Service Representative Analyst

Position: Original Equipment (OE) Customer Service Representative Analyst
THE COMPANY

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility saferandsmarter. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire  fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros.

Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT SG 9/10

Demand Planning & Forecast Analysis:

• Support the collaborative forecasting process for assigned customer accounts by working with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and customer planning teams.
• Review and analyze customer forecast releases, identify demand variances, and communicate changes to stakeholders.
• Maintain regular communication with customer analysts regarding forecast updates and demand planning activities.
• Prepare and analyze forecast versus shipment performance reports and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Order Management & Customer Service:

• Monitor product availability and support supply continuity for assigned customer accounts.
• Process and manage customer orders from receipt through delivery, ensuring accurate order execution and fulfillment.
• Investigate and resolve order‑related issues while serving as a key customer contact for supply chain execution matters.
• Coordinate transportation schedules and support shipment planning activities to meet customer requirements.
• Communicate potential supply or delivery constraints and assist in developing alternative solutions.
• Monitor shipment status and delivery performance to ensure timely customer fulfillment.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain Production‑Sales‑Inventory (PSI) planning files and reports to support replenishment planning and inventory control.
• Track inventory levels, production plans, and shipment performance against customer requirements.
• Analyze inventory aging and support actions to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to manage inventory transitions, phase‑ins, and phase‑outs.

Reporting, Analytics & Continuous Improvement:

• Develop and maintain supply chain reports related to demand forecasts, inventory performance, service metrics, and logistics costs.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve customer supply chain performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing supply chain processes, data accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
• Utilize supply chain systems and planning tools to support business operations and decision‑making.
• Participate in cross‑functional and regional supply chain projects as required.

WHAT YOU BRING TO

THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience or internship exposure in demand planning, customer supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or operations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer‑focused mindset and ability to collaborate effectively across functions.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Automotive industry experience
• Working knowledge of ERP and supply chain planning systems (SAP, APO, SCM, PSI, or similar systems preferred).

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits
• Robus…