Demand & Supply Planning Executive

Career Horizons; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain solutions provider in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Demand & Supply Planning Executive to enhance forecasting and inventory management. This role necessitates 2-3 years of experience, particularly in the FMCG sector, and a strong set of analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, preparing performance reports, and managing inventory strategies to ensure optimal supply levels. A customer-centric mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Planning Management, preferably in the FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Hands-on experience in forecasting, inventory, and demand planning.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-centric mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate statistical forecasts and manage inventory planning for multi-temperature finished goods.
• Drive high forecast accuracy and implement sound inventory management practices.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to integrate market intelligence into forecasting and inventory plans.
• Monitor inventory supply status, providing timely alerts for corrective actions.
• Lead collaborations with suppliers and customers on inventory strategies.
• Prepare and deliver weekly reports highlighting performance and opportunities.
• Conduct monthly reviews of slow-moving and obsolete products.
• Take ownership of incidents, ensuring clear communication until closure.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Job description

Demand & Supply Planning Executive / Senior Executive Full Time

Full time

• Develop and maintain accurate statistical forecasts and manage inventory planning for multi-temperature finished goods.
• Drive high forecast accuracy and implement sound inventory management practices to achieve optimal stock levels and consistent market supply.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to integrate market intelligence, promotional mechanics, and supply strategies into forecasting and inventory plans.
• Monitor inventory supply status, providing timely alerts and communication to enable swift corrective actions.
• Lead and work collaboratively with suppliers, customers, and internal teams on projections, inventory strategies, and planning initiatives to optimize inventory management.
• Prepare and deliver weekly reports and planning reviews to internal stakeholders, highlighting performance, events, projections, opportunities, risks, and corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Conduct monthly reviews and reporting of slow-moving and obsolete products, ensuring timely resolution.
• Take ownership of incidents, ensuring clear, transparent, and timely communication until closure.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 2–3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Planning Management, preferably in the FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Hands-on experience in forecasting, inventory, and demand planning.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-centric mindset.