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Inventory​/Demand Planner

Job in Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas, 77479, USA
Listing for: HIMALAYA HERBAL HEALTHCARE
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Development, Business Management, Business Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position/Title: Inventory/Demand Planner

Reports To: Operations Manager

Job Classification: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Inventory-Demand Planner plays a crucial role in managing and optimizing the balance between supply and demand. This position involves forecasting demand and ensuring availability to meet business objectives and customer satisfaction. The Inventory-Demand Planner is essential in minimizing costs, enhancing efficiencies, and boosting profitability through strategic inventory management and forecast accuracy. The role requires managing complexities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating problem-solving skills, and adapting to changing demands.

A blend of analytical skills and business acumen is necessary to ensure supply chain and production capabilities meet or exceed demand forecasts, driving business success.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Minimize stock outs and oversee all inventory movements.
  • Manage demand planning and management processes for new and existing products.
  • Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to develop forecasts for existing and new products, manage allocations, and handle expiry dates.
  • Develop and manage annual, monthly, and quarterly demand plans to meet organizational objectives, including key accounts.
  • Prepare and support collaboration meetings for inventory planning.
  • Manage import and tracking of replenishment shipments via ocean and air freight.
  • Consult with suppliers on orders, inventory, and prioritization of containers.
  • Utilize SAP to update live inventory data.
  • Coordinate with the operations team to update inventory files and prepare for monthly reviews.
  • Track costs related to container deliveries to third-party locations.
  • Identify potential hazards proactively and implement contingency plans to minimize disruptions and ensure business continuity.
  • Manage special and ad-hoc projects as required.
  • Oversee logistics for exporting and importing goods.

    • Key Accounts

    Latin America (LATAM), Caribbean, and Canada:

  • Consult with distributors to determine accurate inventory levels.
  • Communicate production orders with responsible facilities.
  • Follow up on production status and provide updates to LATAM and Caribbean teams.
  • Ensure timely delivery for LATAM, Caribbean, and Canadian customers.
  • Coordinate export processes, ensuring compliance, shipment notifications, and billing.
  • Optimize transportation modes and lead times to maximize customer satisfaction at minimal cost.

    • Amazon/FBA (Domestic and International):

  • Collaborate with 3PL to analyze inventory and ensure timely order delivery.
  • Ensure warehouse files and labels are prepared for weekly FBA dispatches.
  • Upload shipments in Seller Central for both Canada and USA.
  • Ensure timely dispatches from the Canada warehouse.
  • Address FBA receiving discrepancies by opening cases in Seller Central.
  • Leverage lead times and transportation modes to maximize customer satisfaction at the lowest cost.

    • Required Qualifications

    • Minimum 5 years of experience in Inventory Planning and Logistics.
    • Fluent in English;
      Spanish is a plus.
    • Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
    • High proficiency in Excel.
    • Degree in Supply Chain Management, Statistics, or related business field preferred.
    • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
    • Strong skills in Microsoft Office products.
    • Effective interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
    • Onsite work preferred at our Sugar Land, TX office.

    Compensation and Benefits

    • Competitive salary based on experience.
    • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
    • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401(k).

    Founded in 1930, Himalaya remains family-owned with products in over 90 countries. We offer herbal formulations, USDA organic herbs, and body care products, integrating traditional medicine with modern science. Our clinical research is published in numerous medical journals. Our North American headquarters in Sugar Land, Texas, is LEED Gold-Certified and eco-friendly.

    This description is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned as needed.

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