Demand Planner: Forecasting & Inventory Optimizer

Zenith United Electric Corp; Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith United Electric Corp is seeking a Demand Planner to balance inventory, minimize stockouts, and ensure product availability by generating accurate forecasts. You will collaborate with sales, purchasing, and warehouse teams to support operational efficiency and business growth.

Responsibilities include analyzing historical data, aligning forecasts with promotions, coordinating replenishment with international suppliers, and contributing to monthly S&OP meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in demand planning, inventory management, forecast and planning.
• Knowledgeable in data analytics, forecast and planning.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Familiarity with ERP systems or inventory management software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Proactive, organized, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and seasonality to generate accurate demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with the Sales and Marketing teams to align forecasts with promotional activities, product launches, and customer insights.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure timely replenishment of stock from international suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels and provide recommendations to minimize overstocking or stockouts.
• Maintain master data accuracy for SKUs, including lead times, safety stock, and MOQ.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards for demand planning and inventory performance.
• Participate in monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in the supply chain process.

Skills

Data analytics

Forecast and planning

Inventory management

Cross-functional coordination

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

ERP systems

Job description

Zenith United Electric Corp is seeking a Demand Planner to balance inventory, minimize stockouts, and ensure product availability by generating accurate forecasts. You will collaborate with sales, purchasing, and warehouse teams to support operational efficiency and business growth.

Responsibilities include analyzing historical data, aligning forecasts with promotions, coordinating replenishment with international suppliers, and contributing to monthly S&OP meetings.