Demand Planner

Hunter Amenities International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global personal care products company in Singapore is seeking a motivated Demand Planner to join its Supply Chain team. This role involves driving accurate demand forecasting and effective inventory planning to support business growth. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like SAP and Excel. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and communication with Chinese vendors is essential. Professional proficiency in English and Chinese is required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or a related supply chain role.
• Professional proficiency in English and Chinese; knowledge of other Asian languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and align demand forecasts with sales teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage inventory parameters within ERP systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Power Query

MS SQL

Job description

At Hunter Amenities, we are global experts in formulating and manufacturing premium personal care products for the luxury hospitality, travel, and retail sectors. From concept development to final production, we craft exceptional experiences that enhance every touchpoint. We are a highly entrepreneurial, professional, and driven organization that believes in teamwork, professional ethics, and outstanding service.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our Supply Chain team. This role plays a key part in driving accurate demand forecasting, effective inventory planning, and strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders within the SEA and Oceanian region. The Demand Planner will support business growth by balancing service levels, inventory health, and cost efficiency across designated markets.

This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional who enjoys working with data, collaborating cross-functionally and regionally as well as contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, analyse, and align demand forecasts with sales teams, distributors, and commercial stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and factories to support effective supply planning and minimize inventory risks.
• Manage inventory parameters, MRP settings, and stock profiles within ERP systems across multiple countries or regions.
• Lead and participate in fortnightly demand and supply review meetings with commercial teams and supply partners.
• Support the S&OP process by balancing demand, supply, service levels, inventory, cash flow, and operational costs.
• Ensure timely purchase order placement and coordinate logistics planning to support smooth supply flow.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory, proposing practical solutions.
• Prepare and maintain reports and dashboards to track performance against KPIs and support decision-making.
• Promote best practices in demand and inventory planning across cross-functional and regional teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• 2–3 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or a related supply chain role.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP experience is an advantage).
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Power BI, Power Query, MS SQL is an advantage.
• High attention to detail with strong numerical accuracy.
• Effective time management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional proficiency in English and Chinese to work with China’s vendors; knowledge of other Asian languages is an added advantage.