Demand Planner

Zafify; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain company in Kerala is seeking a skilled Demand Planner to develop and manage demand forecasts. The role involves collaboration across Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to optimize inventory and improve forecast accuracy. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with 3–5 years of experience in demand planning. Exceptional skills in Excel and Power BI are essential for success in this role. Join us for a dynamic career with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasting models using historical and real-time data.
• Analyze demand trends, seasonality, and promotional impacts.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and continuously improve forecasting processes.
• Integrate supply data including stock levels, open purchase orders, and confirmed sales.
• Classify inventory risks (Overstock, At Risk, Shortage, Healthy).
• Collaborate with Sales and Supply Chain teams on monthly demand reviews.
• Prepare demand review reports, dashboards, and S&OP presentations.
• Identify process improvements and ensure audit-ready planning practices.
• Provide accurate and timely demand forecasts.
• Deliver forecast accuracy and bias reports.
• Generate inventory optimization insights.
• Track stock-outs and report overstock reduction.
• Approved demand plans for upcoming cycles.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Forecasting techniques

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Structured thinking

Ability to work under deadlines

Ability to work under ambiguity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Analytics, or related field

MBA/Master’s (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

We’re Hiring: Demand Planner (Mid-Level)

🗓 Working Days: Monday to Friday

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Demand Planner to develop and manage accurate demand forecasts that support effective supply chain and inventory planning. This role works closely with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to improve forecast accuracy and optimize inventory performance Demand Planner JD

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasting models using historical and real-time data
• Analyze demand trends, seasonality, and promotional impacts
• Monitor forecast accuracy and continuously improve forecasting processes
• Integrate supply data including stock levels, open purchase orders, and confirmed sales
• Classify inventory risks (Overstock, At Risk, Shortage, Healthy)
• Collaborate with Sales and Supply Chain teams on monthly demand reviews
• Prepare demand review reports, dashboards, and S&OP presentations
• Identify process improvements and ensure audit-ready planning practices
• Accurate and timely demand forecasts
• Forecast accuracy and bias reports
• Inventory optimization insights
• Stock-out tracking and overstock reduction reporting
• Approved demand plans for upcoming cycles

Required Skills

Technical

• Advanced Excel and Power BI
• Forecasting techniques (Time-series, Croston’s method)
• Knowledge of KPIs (MAPE, Forecast Bias, Service Level, Inventory Turns)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving and structured thinking
• Ability to work under deadlines and ambiguity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Analytics, or related field
• MBA/Master’s preferred (not mandatory)
• 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles