Demand Planner - Boon Lay

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Demand Planner on a 6-month contract in Singapore.

The role focuses on supporting IBP, forecasting, and cross-functional planning with strong Excel and analytics skills. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote, with a 5,000–5,500 SGD monthly salary. Ideal candidates will have prior demand planning or S&OP experience in FMCG or fast-paced industries, plus proficiency in Excel and SAP APO.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Demand Planning/IBP/S&OP.
• Experience in fast-paced environments (FMCG is a plus).
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including macros.
• SAP APO experience preferred.
• Familiarity with forecasting and inventory planning.

Responsibilities

• Support IBP process with forecasting, planning discussions and strategies.
• Manage short- and long-term demand forecasts with accuracy.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain, Ops, Customer Service and Order Management.
• Develop and refine statistical demand forecasts with forecasting/analytics teams.
• Analyse forecast variances and planning gaps; provide insights for improvement.
• Utilise demand planning systems and tools to support activities.
• Monitor KPIs: forecast accuracy, supply outlook, risks, performance.
• Contribute to inventory health and minimize obsolescence risks.
• Follow up on open issues from monthly IBP cycle; ensure closure.
• Support regional/global digital transformation, forecasting and system projects.

Skills

Demand Planning

IBP

S&OP

Excel

Power BI

Analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

SAP APO

Power BI

Job description

Demand Planner – 6-Month Contract

Contract Duration:6 months
Salary:$5,000 – $5,500/month
Completion Bonus:0.5 month upon completion of contract
Working Location:Boon Lay
Working Hours:Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (Flexi-hours available: 9:00am – 6:00pm)
Work Arrangement:3 days office, 2 days remote
Start Date:ASAP

About the Role

Our client, a leadingFMCG / consumer goods company, is looking for aDemand Plannerto support its Demand Planning function as part of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process.

This is a great opportunity for candidates withstrong analytical and Excel skillswho are keen to develop their expertise in demand planning and work closely with multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Demand Planning function as part of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, contributing to forecasting, planning discussions and business strategies.

• Manage short-term and long-term demand forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business requirements.

• Work closely with Commercial, Supply Chain, Operations, Customer Service and Order Management teams to support effective supply-demand planning.

• Partner with forecasting and analytics teams to develop and refine statistical demand forecasts.

• Analyse forecast variances, service-level issues and planning gaps, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Maintain and utilise demand planning systems and tools to support planning activities.

• Monitor and report key demand planning KPIs, including forecast accuracy, supply outlook, shipment risks and overall planning performance.

• Support inventory planning initiatives to improve inventory health, reduce excess stock and minimise obsolescence risks.

• Manage and follow through on open issues arising from the monthly IBP cycle, ensuring timely resolution and closure.

• Support regional and global digital transformation initiatives, including forecasting and system enhancement projects.

Requirements

• Prior experience inDemand Planning, Supply Planning, IBP or S&OP.

• Candidates from FMCG, consumer goods, food manufacturing or other fast-paced industries are welcome.Industry experience is not limited to FMCG.

• Strong proficiency inMicrosoft Excel, including advanced functions and macros.

• Experience withSAP/APOis highly preferred.

• Experience withPower BIand/or other analytics tools will be advantageous.

• Familiarity with demand forecasting, inventory planning and S&OP/IBP processes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.

• Strong business acumen and ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple functions.

• Able to manage tight timelines and follow through on issues to closure.

• Self-motivated, adaptable and keen to learn and grow within a dynamic business environment.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.