Demand Planner

INGCOPH TRADERS INC.; Caloocan; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

INGCOPH TRADERS INC. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to develop and maintain forecasts, analyze sales and inventory, and collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain.

The role emphasizes data accuracy in ERP systems, Excel forecasting tools, and supporting S&OP activities, mentoring junior planners where needed. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in demand planning with strong analytics and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, inventory planning, or supply chain planning.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Power Query is an advantage).
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and business insights.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and forecast accuracy.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams for demand planning.
• Monitor inventory and recommend replenishment plans to prevent stock shortages or overstock.
• Prepare demand planning reports, KPIs, and forecast analyses.
• Identify demand risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Support S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) activities.
• Improve forecasting processes and planning efficiency.
• Ensure data accuracy in ERP and planning systems.
• Mentor and guide junior demand planners when necessary.

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and business insights.

• Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and forecast accuracy.

• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams for demand planning.

• Monitor inventory and recommend replenishment plans to prevent stock shortages or overstock.

• Prepare demand planning reports, KPIs, and forecast analyses.

• Identify demand risks and recommend corrective actions.

• Support S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) activities.

• Improve forecasting processes and planning efficiency.

• Ensure data accuracy in ERP and planning systems.

• Mentor and guide junior demand planners when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related field.

• At least 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, inventory planning, or supply chain planning.

• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Power Query is an advantage).

• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.