Demand Planning Manager

JOB OBJECTIVE

Lead demand planning to ensure the right products are available at the right time while maintaining healthy inventory levels. Develop accurate sales forecasts based on sales data, market trends, promotions, and new product launches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the demand planning and forecasting process.
• Prepare and maintain accurate sales forecasts.
• Analyse sales trends, seasonality, promotions, and market demand.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify areas for improvement.

2. Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels and product availability.
• Identify overstock, understock, slow-moving, and out-of-stock risks.
• Monitor stock coverage and inventory ageing.
• Support inventory optimisation and reduce excess stock.

3. New Product & Promotion Planning

• Prepare demand forecasts for new product launches and promotions.
• Work with Marketing and Sales teams to understand campaign and launch plans.
• Monitor sales performance and adjust forecasts when needed.
• Identify potential stock risks before major campaigns and launches.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support the S&OP process and align demand with supply plans.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, E-Commerce, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Present forecasts, key trends, and potential risks to management.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to resolve demand and supply issues.

5. Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare demand planning reports and dashboards.
• Track forecast accuracy, inventory levels, stock coverage, and inventory ageing.
• Analyse data and provide recommendations to improve planning and inventory management.

6. Process Improvement

• Set clear planning processes and guidelines.
• Drive improvements in forecasting and inventory planning.
• Improve planning efficiency through better processes, systems, and automation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related fields.
• Min 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, or Forecasting.
• Experience in FMCG, beauty, skincare, cosmetics, retail, or e-commerce is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.