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Posted Oct 06, 2026
Munich
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What to Expect Over the Next 3 Years
A fast-growing, international e-commerce company is looking for a Senior Demand Planner to play a key role in shaping and executing its demand planning strategy across a diverse SKU portfolio. This is a permanent, Munich-based position with strong cross-functional exposure and a direct impact on forecast accuracy, inventory optimisation, and revenue performance.
Robotics is having a moment that feels qualitatively different from the cycles of hype and disappointment that have characterised the sector in previous decades. The convergence of advances in AI, computer vision, battery technology, and hardware manufacturing has brought robotics to an inflection point — one where the gap between what robots can do in controlled laboratory conditions and what they can do in the unpredictable complexity of the real world is closing faster than at any previous point in the discipline's history. For job seekers, this inflection point is creating a jobs market that is expanding rapidly across a far wider range of industries and role types than robotics has historically occupied. Automotive and manufacturing remain significant employers, but they are now joined by logistics and warehousing, healthcare, agriculture, construction, defence, and the emerging category of humanoid robotics — each generating distinct hiring demand and drawing on overlapping but meaningfully different skill sets. The candidates who will thrive over the next three years are those who understand where the sector is heading — which application areas are scaling from pilot to production, which technologies are defining the architecture of modern robotic systems, and how the definition of a robotics career is evolving beyond the mechanical engineering core toward a much richer intersection of software, AI, and systems engineering. This article breaks down what the UK robotics jobs market is likely to look like through to 2028 — covering the titles emerging right now, the technologies driving employer demand, the skills that will matter most, and how to position your career at the leading edge of one of the most exciting technology transitions of the coming decade.
New Robotics Employers to Watch in 2026: UK and Global Companies Transforming Automation Careers
Robotics is moving rapidly from factory floors into healthcare, logistics, agriculture, autonomous systems, and consumer products. As automation becomes embedded in everyday life, companies are investing in robots that operate alongside humans, analyse environments in real time, and learn from data. In 2026, demand for robotics engineers, software developers, system integrators, and AI specialists continues to surge. For professionals exploring opportunities on www.RoboticsJobs.co.uk , understanding the employers that are scaling, winning contracts, securing investment, or expanding into the UK market is crucial. This article highlights top robotics employers to watch in 2026, spanning innovative startups, high‑growth scale‑ups, and established global technology leaders with strong UK presence.
What you’ll do
You will take ownership of data-driven forecasting processes and work closely with commercial and operational stakeholders to align demand forecasts with business strategy. Lead and own the demand forecasting process for an assigned portion of the SKU portfolio, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business objectives Drive cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations by integrating market intelligence, demand drivers, and promotional strategies into forecasts Monitor and optimise forecast accuracy KPIs (MAPE, Bias, Rolling Forecast Error), performing root cause analysis and implementing sustainable, structural improvements Evaluate and refine demand forecasts for seasonal events, promotions, and market shifts, ensuring alignment with revenue targets, marketing plans, and customer demand patterns Champion process innovation through automation, analytical enhancements, and workflow improvements to increase forecasting precision and efficiency Mentor and support demand planning colleagues, building expertise in advanced forecasting techniques and effective cross-functional collaboration
A degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field 6+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain analytics within complex, multi-SKU and multi-region environments Advanced knowledge of statistical and machine learning forecasting methods (e.g. time-series modelling, multivariate regression), with strong command of KPIs such as MAPE and forecast bias Proven ability to design, implement, and continuously improve forecasting models and demand planning processes Strong Excel and SQL skills, with solid experience using BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI to create executive-level dashboards Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor team members in a cross-functional environment Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
What’s on offer
Salary range: €81,000 – €85,000 gross per year + benefits Competitive salary of €81,000 – €85,000 gross per year + benefits , depending on experience Permanent role with long-term development opportunities Hybrid working model with a Munich office base Collaborative, international environment with strong ownership and visibility
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Advertising robotics jobs in the UK requires a different approach to most technical hiring. The candidate pool spans mechanical engineers, software developers, controls specialists, computer vision researchers and systems integrators — a multidisciplinary mix that general job boards are poorly equipped to reach. The strongest robotics candidates are often embedded in research groups, defence programmes or advanced manufacturing environments, and move between roles through specialist networks and industry events rather than mainstream platforms. This guide, published by RoboticsJobs.co.uk, covers where to advertise robotics roles in the UK in 2026, how the main platforms compare, what employers should expect to pay, and what the data says about hiring across different role types.
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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation
