Demand & SOP Planner

Position Summary:

Ensure forecast and S&OP process can effectively conduct between Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations to achieve demand accuracy.

Job Responsibilities:

Demand Planning

Responsible on historical trend analysis, forecast error to at least a 12 to 18 months rolling forward planning activities.

Gather market intelligence from sales, supply chain and operation networks to incorporate into and adjust the baseline statistical forecast. Assess the impact of market changes or significant variances in the forecast and recommend appropriate revisions and tactics.

Accountable for FG and RM forecast adjustment and accuracy

Work to close operational vs. financial forecast gap

Evaluate excess inventory situations, aging and obsolete stock ( include FG &RM ) ; work cross-functionally to work out liquidation plan

Identify potential inventory shortages and manage stock to meet optimum level and per customer service availability agreements.

Master data setup in system, review exceptions, execute demand planning calendar tasks on time.

Focal point for all forecasting-related questions from other functions

Proactively communicate known significant forecast changes on items to supply planners.

Track performance of new items. Drive improvement in new item processes and forecast error.

Identify key factory shipment issues and opportunities and collaborate cross-functionally to develop appropriate action plan

Communicate risks and opportunities to Planning Manager and stakeholders

Drive continuous improvement by examining existing demand planning processes and making recommendations for improvement.

TAAP - Participate in daily OTC meeting. Backup supply planner in presenting work Center lead time to stakeholders on weekly basis.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

Participate in S&OP - Technology Innovation meeting. To collate new product introduction (NPI), new project, raw material alternate sourcing or substitution information and incorporate into S&OP Demand Review process to support the business goals.

Build strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders like Sales, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to drive for results.

Responsible for managing the S&OP process including facilitating demand, supply, reviews and consensus among functions and stakeholders to deliver business objectives and metrics performance levels. Ensure business exceptions from these meetings are defined and escalated to Planning Manager and Supply Chain Director for decision making in Business Review

Educate cross-functional partners on the S&OP process and engage them in the ongoing process as appropriate.

Align supply and demand with business strategies through the planning cycle. Provide clear summary of risks and opportunities and recommendations for decision making in business review.

drive discussion and reach consensus in reviews meeting in the S&OP process.

Optimize Capacity Plan to support the S&OP and longer-term business planning.

Information Technology, Data & Stewardship

Maintain a monthly KPI report for setting and delivering supply chain targets

Maintain a monthly KPI report, supply chain performance data, and propose improvement opportunities.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports of operations.

Inventory trends reports and accountable for the performance and impact of inventory levels in the organization.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

Work Experience

At least 5 year(s) of working experience in the related field; preferably 3 years of experience in planning function; Demand planning /Material planning /Production planning or equivalent.

Specific Knowledge

Possess good planning, analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in ERP/MRP/S&OP systems

Strong interpersonal skills to work productively and collaboratively with multi-functional teams to achieve business goals.

Strong business acumen

Language

Bilingual in English and other additional languages would be at advantage; this scope may need to communicate with China colleagues.

Job Requirements: Work Experience At least 5 year(s) of working experience in the related field; preferably 3 years of experience in planning function; Demand planning /Material planning /Production planning or equivalent. Specific Knowledge Possess good planning, analytical and problem-solving skills Proficiency in ERP/MRP/S&OP systems Strong interpersonal skills to work productively and collaboratively with multi-functional teams to achieve business goals. Strong business acumen Language Bilingual in English and other additional languages would be at advantage; this scope may need to communicate with China colleagues.