Forecast Planning Specialist

The Forecast Planning Specialist takes a pivotal role in consolidating and managing demand forecasts across markets in Asia. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure precise demand planning and optimal inventory control. Responsibilities include driving forecast accuracy, supporting Sales & Operations Planning (SOP), and optimizing inventory to achieve service targets while minimizing excess stock.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate Asia demand forecasts and coordinate forecast review sessions with global planners and key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain accurate sales forecasts aligned with Asia sales targets and annual business plans.
• Work collaboratively with sales, marketing, procurement, logistics, and finance teams to incorporate market intelligence and business insights into demand planning.
• Lead and facilitate monthly Sales Forecast Integration (SFI) or SOP meetings to align forecasts with supply plans.
• Monitor inventory levels to optimize product availability, reduce stockouts, and manage obsolescence risk.
• Analyse demand trends, sales performance, and external factors impacting forecast accuracy; continuously recommend improvements.
• Support new product launches, phase-ins/outs, and supply chain adjustments by forecasting demand and identifying potential bottlenecks.
• Handle inventory approval processes related to forecast adjustments and inventory investment requests.
• Track and report key forecast and inventory metrics; proactively communicate forecast changes and issues to relevant teams.
• Use forecasting software, ERP, and planning tools to generate, review, and refine demand plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in demand planning, forecasting, or Sales & Operations Planning, preferably across multiple markets. Candidates with less experience may be considered for a junior-level position.
• Proven ability to track and analyze emerging market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior, integrating these insights into accurate demand plans.
• Strong understanding of how forecasting impacts working capital, revenue, and profitability. Familiar with monitoring and setting forecast KPIs such as forecast bias, accuracy, and inventory turnover.
• Apply advanced planning tools and data analytics platforms. Leverage business intelligence to analyze large data sets, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills with the ability to understand data, spot trends, and solve forecasting problems using numbers effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple stakeholders across markets.
• Detail-oriented with a customer-centric mindset and proactive problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiencies in both English and Chinese

We offer

• 5 days work week
• Discretionary Bonus
• Up to 22 days annual leave
• Birthday leave
• Medical & Dental benefits
• Staff Discount
• Study Sponsorship