Job Summary

The Demand & Supply Planning Executive is a newly created role within the Supply Chain function, responsible for building and managing the demand planning function for the international business (AA, EMEA, APAC).

The role will establish foundational planning processes, forecasting approaches, and data structures, while working closely with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure practical and scalable implementation.

Given the evolving nature of the function, the role requires a hands-on individual who is comfortable building while executing, and able to operate effectively in a less structured environment.

At the same time, this role offers an unique opportunity to be part of the founding team building the department from the ground up.

Job Description:

Build and implement baseline demand planning processes, frameworks, and forecasting models

Develop and continuously refine demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and business inputs

Incorporate key demand drivers such as promotions, tenders, new product introductions (NPI), and product lifecycle changes (phase-in / phase-out, EOL)

Establish and maintain SKU master data and customer data to support reliable planning and reporting

Analyze forecast accuracy, bias, and variances; identify root causes and implement improvements

Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams to integrate commercial insights into forecasts

Translate business plans into clear demand signals for supply planning and execution

Identify gaps (e.g. shortages, excess risks) and drive resolution through cross-functional coordination

Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes, tools, and data quality

Skills / Other Requirement

3–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or related roles within the FMCG industry

Experience in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry is an advantage

Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)

Strong capability in demand forecasting, with hands-on experience applying data analysis and statistical concepts in a practical business context

Strong proficiency in MS Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus

Solid understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management principles

Strong sense of ownership with the ability to work independently in a less structured environment

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines

Proactive and solution-driven, with a mindset to improve and build processes

Good collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across functions and regions

Ability to communicate in Chinese (reading and writing) to liaise with HQ counterparts in China

Qualified or interested candidates, please click "Quick Apply" & send your updated resume stating the following:-

1.   Reason for leaving past and present employment

2.   Current/ last drawn salaries

3.   Expected Salary

4.   Date of availability and/or Notice Period

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