Job Title: Demand Planner (Distributor Interface)
Location: Singapore
Reporting To: Director of Operations, APAC
 
 
About the Company
A globally recognised leader in the consumer goods industry is known for transforming innovative concepts into market-leading products. As they continue to expand their footprint across the APAC region, they are seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join their team. This role is crucial in managing demand planning and distribution across multiple countries, ensuring seamless coordination with distributors and optimising supply chain performance.
 

What’s in it for You?

• Impactful Role: Play a key role in ensuring product availability across APAC markets, contributing directly to the company’s growth and success.
• Career Development: Thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

 
 
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts for the APAC region in collaboration with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for distributor partners in the region, ensuring effective communication and alignment on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and order fulfilment.
• Monitor and analyse sales trends, inventory levels, and market data to adjust forecasts and ensure optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure the timely and accurate supply of products to meet demand forecasts.
• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to minimise stockouts and excess inventory.
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, including supplier performance, logistics issues, and market changes.
• Prepare and present demand planning reports and analysis to senior management, providing insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Support new product launches by coordinating with distributors, sales, and marketing teams to ensure smooth market entry and availability.
• Continuously improve demand planning processes, tools, and methodologies to increase accuracy and efficiency.

 
 
Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related field, preferably within the consumer goods industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with distributors and internal stakeholders.
• Experience working with distributors and managing supply chains across multiple markets in the APAC region is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages in the APAC region is a plus.

 
 
If you’re a proactive and detail-oriented demand planning professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become part of a forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact on the company’s success!