Demand Planning Analyst

Altera; George Town; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Demand Planning Analyst to join its Manufacturing Demand Planning team. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence critical decision-making through accurate demand forecasts and collaborative efforts with Sales, Finance, and Operations. You will be instrumental in enhancing system integrations and improving forecast accuracy, while also engaging in strategic analysis to optimize inventory levels and revenue projections. If you are passionate about data-driven decision-making and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in demand planning or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain monthly and quarterly demand forecasts.
• Analyze historical data and market trends to refine forecast models.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Demand Planning

Supply Chain Management

Business Analytics

Excel Proficiency

Forecasting Tools

Data Visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Operations

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

Excel

Blue Yonder

SAP IBP

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Details

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Demand Planning Analyst to join our Manufacturing Demand Planning (MDP) team. In this role, you will support the development and management of demand forecasts that drive supply planning, revenue projections, and operational decisions. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure forecast accuracy, support revenue, and optimize inventory levels.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical system enhancements, data integration efforts, and executive-level demand reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain monthly and quarterly demand forecasts by product family, customer, and geographic region.
• Analyze historical data, market trends, backlog, and new design win inputs to refine forecast models.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and bias, identify gaps, and recommend actions to improve forecast performance.
• Lead ad-hoc analysis and scenario planning exercises to support strategic business initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and Data Analytics teams to improve system integration, dashboard reporting, and automation efforts.
• Perform demand analysis, and partner with stakeholders to highlight risks & opportunities, and support inventory optimization and revenue decision support
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, business analytics, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with forecasting tools (e.g., Blue Yonder, SAP IBP) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of demand planning principles, inventory management, and revenue impact.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively across teams.
• Working knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
• Experience presenting forecasts and insights to cross-functional teams and management is a strong plus.
  
  

Job Type

Regular

Shift

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location:

Penang 15

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.