Strategic Production Planner: Optimize Schedules & Materials

Molex; El Salto; Remote; MXN 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Analyst focused on Demand Planning. This remote role supports forecasting, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations across Mexico.

You will develop robust demand forecasts, analyze trends, and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure product availability and cost efficiency. The successful candidate will bring strong quantitative skills, experience with forecasting models, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (SCM, OR, Statistics, Economics)
• 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain analysis, or inventory management
• Proven experience developing and using statistical forecasting models
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for FMCG products.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotions to improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to gather forecast inputs.
• Monitor inventory and optimize stock across the distribution network to meet service levels while minimizing costs.
• Identify deviations from the forecast and implement corrective actions.
• Support S&OP process by providing key data and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards tracking supply chain and demand metrics.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve demand planning processes and tools.
• Assess and communicate potential supply chain risks due to demand fluctuations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel advanced

Statistical forecasting models

Demand planning experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the FMCG sector, is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Supply Chain Analyst specializing in Demand Planning. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Mexico. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing inventory levels, improving forecast accuracy, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods across the supply chain. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to develop robust demand forecasts, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to mitigate them. We are looking for an individual with a strong quantitative background, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain principles, particularly in demand forecasting and inventory management within the FMCG industry. This role is critical for ensuring product availability and minimizing costs associated with overstocking and stockouts. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented problem-solver, adept at using data to drive strategic decisions in a dynamic, remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for a wide range of FMCG products.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional impacts to improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product management teams to gather input for forecast development.
• Monitor inventory levels and work to optimize stock across the distribution network to meet service level targets while minimizing costs.
• Identify and analyze deviations from the forecast and implement corrective actions.
• Support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing key data and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key supply chain and demand planning metrics.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve demand planning processes and tools.
• Assess and communicate potential supply chain risks related to demand fluctuations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain analysis, or inventory management, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in developing and utilizing statistical forecasting models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables)