Job Description
Responsible for developing demand forecast in collaboration with Marketing for stable supply of products to fulfill customer needs all thetime.Also, as people manager, manage the team and promote actions to achieve target as a team.
Demand Planning related (80%)
As a people manager of Demand Planning Group, manage the performance of members and develop talents/organization.Develop accurate demand forecast as an expert of demand planning for products assigned.Review statistical demand forecasts, and incorporate the potential impact of market trend and special events together with Marketing.Lead the monthly demand consensus process and confirm Approved Demand Forecast in collaboration with Marketing and Finance.Monitor and manage the accuracy of demand forecast, address issues, and improve forecast accuracy. Work on the consolidation ofBudget and Approved Demand Forecast.Develop demand forecast in an efficient manner by utilizing supply chain planning systems.Lead the internal S&OP process and related meetings.Work on the improvement of internal planning process.
Collaboration with Supply Planning and related functions (20%)
Review the gap between demand and inventory level together with Local and Global supply planning teams, and escalate cases whenthere is a gap to Supply Issue Handling Team in Demand Planning. (English communication and negotiation skills are required.)
Required Skills and Knowledge
Must have the knowledge and experience in SCM Planning.
Experience as people manager in Supply Chain division (5 years or more as people manager)
Work experience in Supply Chain division (5 years or more in demand planning)
Deep understanding of and experience in demand forecasting, production planning and inventory management
Knowledge and understanding of supply chain related concepts
Knowledge and understanding of demand forecasting and reporting tools (business intelligence tools)
Experience in inventory management
In-depth knowledge of SAP (and SCM related modules such as Rapid Response) is preferable.
MS Office Suite®, especially Excel skills are required.