Demand & Supply Planning Executive (Freight Forwarding)

NES Fircroft; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational company in freight forwarding & logistics seeks a Demand & Supply Planning Executive/Senior Executive in Malaysia. This role entails managing inventory, developing forecasts, and collaborating with teams to maximize supply-chain efficiency. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and a strong background in FMCG is an advantage.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in supply chain or planning roles.
• Strong background in FMCG preferred.
• Proficient in analysis and presentation of findings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain statistical forecasts for inventory.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for inventory and forecasting models.
• Conduct weekly planning meetings to review performance metrics.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Inventory management

Communication skills

Tools

Demand planning tools

Job description

Position Title: Demand & Supply Planning Executive / Senior Executive

Salary Range: RM3,500 – RM5,500 (based on experience)

Industry: Multinational Freight Forwarding & Logistics (with exposure to FMCG/Supply Chain being an added advantage)

Role Overview:

This position is responsible for ensuring smooth product availability and efficient stock management to meet customer demand. The role requires ongoing analysis of market trends and sales performance to make informed inventory decisions. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to anticipate needs and resolve supply-related challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain statistical forecasts while managing inventory across multiple temperature zones for finished goods.
• Ensure strong forecast accuracy and adhere to inventory best practices to support consistent product availability.
• Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to incorporate market insights, promotional plans, and supply data into forecasting and inventory models.
• Monitor inventory levels and supply chain status regularly, providing timely updates and action alerts as needed.
• Partner with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to align on projections and inventory strategies, driving system efficiency.
• Conduct weekly planning meetings with internal teams to discuss performance metrics, upcoming events, risks, opportunities, and required actions.
• Review slow-moving or obsolete stock monthly, initiating necessary follow-ups for resolution.
• Take ownership of incidents from identification through resolution, ensuring clear communication throughout the process.

Candidate Profile:

• 2–3 years of experience in supply chain or planning roles.
• Background in FMCG will be considered a strong plus.
• Proficient in data analysis and presenting findings clearly.
• Hands-on experience with forecasting and demand/inventory planning tools.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, customer-focused mindset.
• Open to working in the Klang area.