Demand Planner Executive | FMCG | West | Up to $5.5k​/mth

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement demand planning processes and forecasting methodologies to support regional business operations across international markets.
• Prepare reliable demand forecasts by evaluating historical sales performance, market trends, and commercial inputs.
• Integrate key demand factors, including promotions, tenders, new product launches, and product lifecycle transitions, into forecasting activities.
• Maintain accurate product (SKU) and customer master data to ensure effective planning and reporting.
• Track forecast accuracy, analyse deviations, identify underlying causes, and recommend process improvements to enhance forecast reliability.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to align demand plans with business strategies and market requirements.
• Convert commercial forecasts into actionable demand plans to support procurement, inventory, and supply planning activities.
• Proactively identify potential inventory risks, including stock shortages and excess inventory, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Support ongoing enhancements to planning processes, reporting tools, and data integrity to improve operational efficiency.
• Generate reports and provide analytical insights to support planning and business decision-making.

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in demand planning, supply planning, or supply chain operations, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Prior experience in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry is an advantage.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, with SAP knowledge preferred.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with hands-on experience in forecasting, demand analysis, and inventory management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Power BI or other data visualisation tools will be beneficial.
• Good understanding of end-to-end supply chain and inventory planning processes.
• Self-driven, resourceful, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple functions and regional markets.