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

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