R283210 Senior Advisor, Demand Planning

DELL GLOBAL B.V. (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Advisor in Demand Planning. The successful candidate will manage demand signals, oversee product transitions, and correct supply imbalances effectively. Essential skills include planning and data analysis, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to work independently. A degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain or Business is preferred. Join us to grow your career in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of planning and data analysis.
• Solid analytical skills to resolve ad-hoc issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and deal with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Develop demand signals weekly for Operations and Procurement.
• Execute product transition plans without delivery interruptions.
• Govern demand consumption rates and provide mitigation options.
• Correct supply imbalances quickly and cost-effectively.
• Lead management of assigned products and coordinate teams.

Skills

Planning

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Advisor, Demand Planning

What gives Dell Technologies our competitive advantage? It’s our ability to achieve cost savings as we operate at the cutting edge of technology. Working in an environment that’s as complex as it is critical, our Materials and Procurement team manages a group of indirect categories, such as real estate, marketing material, supplies or software. We use our in-depth knowledge and experience to develop strategic relationships with external suppliers as well as with key stakeholders. Our role also includes leading contract negotiations, managing risk, driving cost‐saving initiatives and implementing strategic sourcing best practices.

What you’ll achieve

As a supply chain Sr. Advisor, you will be a part of global Storage supply chain planning organization. In this role you will own the forecast for a portion of Storage products and commodities. You will leverage data to create forecast, set customer lead times, manage part shortage and excess; ultimately aiming to maximize customer experience while balancing business objectives. You will work with procurement, marketing, product group, and various other teams across global operations.

You will:

• Develop demand signals weekly including MPP, Large orders and MRP. Develop demand sensing inputs/outputs to translate customer and financial requirements into actionable forecasts for Operations and Procurement, which balance customer experience with operational metrics
• Develop and execute product transition plans to effectively migrate through the product life cycle without customer delivery interruptions or excess material supply. Effectively translate supply plans from WWP to set appropriate lead time
• Govern demand consumption rates and provide early warning and mitigation options to supply issues. Establish demand shaping programs with segments during times of supply imbalances or when required to meet a shift in the regional marketing or financial plans
• Work supply imbalances, both excesses and shortages, with the supply chain to correct as quickly and cost effectively as possible. Develop and implement predictive analytics and forecast methods that suit different types of demand
• Lead management of assigned products including simplification of current processes, innovation for improvement and KPI achievement. Coordinate cross functional team members with S&OP content including communication of risk, attainment, excess and supportability.

Take the first step towards your dream career

Essential Requirements

• In‑depth knowledge of planning, data analysis and recommendation setting
• Candidate should have solid analytical skills to resolve ad‑hoc issues and adjust to the dynamic requirements of our customer and supplier base
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional team members to arrive at consensus
• Candidate must be able to work autonomously and deal with ambiguity with considerable latitude to meet and exceed the objectives of the role

Desirable Requirements

• Degree and/or MBA in any discipline (Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related field)

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you. Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

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