Demand Planner (Night Shift)

TE Connectivity; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Demand Analyst to enable accurate, consensus-driven forecasts for multiple locations, customers, RS, and product lines. You will partner with product management, sales, and customers to support S&OP with data-driven insights and actionable actions.

You will develop short-, mid-, and long-range demand plans, monitor forecast accuracy, and present findings at monthly reviews. Proficiency with SAP/IBP, Excel, and analytics tools is essential, as is strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; APICS certification is a plus.
• 3+ years’ experience in Demand Planning, Demand Analysis, or Supply Chain Planning.
• Experience supporting S&OP, Demand Review, and cross-functional planning processes.
• Strong understanding of Demand Planning, S&OP, MRP, and Supply Chain concepts.
• Experience developing and analyzing demand forecasts, forecast accuracy metrics, bias, and variance.
• Hands-on experience with forecasting and planning systems such as SAP (IBP/ERP), JDA, Xelus, or similar tools; advanced Excel skills and exposure to analytics or Python-based models is a plus.
• Strong business analytics, data management, and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex data into clear insights.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional colleagues throughout the S&OP process to publish figures for upcoming months.
• Develop and refine short-, mid-, and long-term demand forecasts using historical patterns, seasonality, and market trends.
• Actively manage demand forecasts by region, customer, and product; adjust based on market signals and pipelines.
• Monitor forecast vs. actual monthly, analyze biases and variances, define corrective actions.
• Prepare analytical materials for monthly Demand Review, MBR, and S&OP meetings; explain assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
• Leverage SAP, IBP, Salesforce, and Excel-based models for planning and communication.
• Maintain MRP groups and Safety Stock in line with policies and production sequencing.
• Analyze demand variability and service levels to inform inventory strategy.
• Address late deliveries, excess/obsolete inventory, and service gaps with cross-functional actions.
• Support forecasting tools and analytics enablement, validate outputs, and improve data quality.
• Perform advanced demand analytics including trend analysis, segmentation, and scenario modeling.
• Support projects such as insourcing, migrations, new product launches, and attainment analysis.
• Ensure master data integrity across IBP and SAP; collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales.
• Engage with critical customers to align forecasts and drive consensus.

Skills

Forecasting

Demand planning

Data analytics

English fluency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

APICS certification

Tools

SAP (IBP/ERP)

JDA

Xelus

Excel

Python

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The Demand Analyst, as part of the S&OP team,m is responsible for forecast accuracy at a part number level for assigned locations, customers, RS, and product lines. He/Spartnersner with product management, sales teams, and customers in the creation of a consensus forecast and understands any significant changes/exceptions to the demand trends. The role supports the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process through data-driven demand analysis, ensuring alignment between market demand, inventory strategy, and operational constraints to support business objectives.

Job Requirements

• Work with cross-functional colleagues throughout the Sales and Operations Planning Process (S&OP) to agree on the numbers to be published for upcoming months (period defined per the business).
• Develop, maintain, and refine short-term, mid-term, and long-term demand forecasts by analyzing historical demand patterns, seasonality, customer ordering behavior, distributor signals, and market trends.
• Actively manage demand forecasts by region, customer, and product, adjusting based on market trends, sales inputs, customer commitments, and project pipelines.
• Monitor demand plan versus actual performance monthly, including demand, billings, forecast accuracy, bias, nd variance analysis; identify root causes and define corrective actions.
• Prepare and present analytical materials for monthly Demand Review, MBR, and S&OP meetings, clearly explaining forecast assumptions, changes, risks, and opportunities.
• Use all available tools to ensure proper communication and planning alignment (SAP, IBP, Salesforce, Excel-based models, email, etc.).
• Maintain MRP groups and Safety Stock for assigned sealable products, aligning with MRP policies, operational constraints, production sequencing, and inventory positioning assumptions.
• Support inventory strategy development by analyzing demand variability, forecast accuracy trends, safety-stock sks, and service-level impacts.
• Participate in demand-related issues such as late deliveries, excess or obsolete inventory, and service-level gaps; work cross-functionally on corrective and preventive actions.
• Support forecasting tools and analytics enablement, validating statistical outputs, improving data quality, and enhancing analytical efficiency.
• Perform advanced demand analytics including trend analysis, segmentation, and scenario modeling to evaluate potential demand outcomes.
• Provide demand planning support for projects such as insourcing, migrations, new product launches, and demand attainment analysis.
• Ensure demand planning system integrity by maintaining accurate master data and consistency across tools (IBP, SAP)
• Assist in collaboration with Supply Chain and Sales teams to improve customer direct forecasts continuously and delivery metrics.
• Connect with critical customers to capture and align on forecasts.
• Comply with all TE policies, rules, and regulations, including consistent attendance and process discipline.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. APICS certification is a plus.
• 3+ years’ experience in Demand Planning, Demand Analysis, or Supply Chain Planning.
• Experience supporting S&OP, Demand Review, and cross-functional planning processes
• Strong understanding of Demand Planning, S&OP, MRP, and Supply Chain concepts.
• Experience developing and analyzing demand forecasts, forecast accuracy metrics, bias, and variance.
• Hands-on experience with forecasting and planning systems such as SAP (IBP/ERP), JDA, Xelus, or similar tools; advanced Excel skills and exposure to analytics or Python-based models is a plus.
• Strong business analytics, data management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Optional: Chinese or Spanish speaker (depends region affected)
• Experience working in a global, cross-functional environment is a plus.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to challenge assumptions and improve planning processes.
• Ability to leverage AI-enabled forecasting and planning tools to interpret, validate, and challenge system-generated outputs, applying business judgment for market changes, lifecycle events, and demand exceptions
• Capability to use AI insights and automated analytics to streamline reporting, scenario analysis, and cross-functional decision support within S&OP, demand reviews, and inventory planning.
• Critical thinking & problem-solving
• Comfortable with High mix / Low volume business

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork