Overview: The Supply Chain Demand Planner will be responsible for the demand planning, forecasting, supply planning, inventory management and other related activities for the assigned categories.
Key Responsibilities : Responsible for executing best practices in supply chain planning, stock replenishment and exit plan to maintain an optimum balance between availability and inventory holding.Demand sales forecast planning driven by pricing analytic to fulfil dynamic store orders, agile to react to work under pressure. Liaise with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams which may include commercial, marketing, store operations, IT, logistics etc. to ensure timely replenishment and planning insights for all activities inclusive of festive and promotional events. Collaborate with the related functions across the value chain and lead the attainment of key supply chain planning performance metrics.Manage short shelf-life, excess, aging, slow moving, and obsolete stock to contribute to cash-flow improvements and drive profit optimization.Perform any other duties as assigned Requirements : Diploma or Bachelor's Degree; preferably with specialization in the area of Supply Chain, Logistics, Statistics, or other quantitative discipline.Minimum 1 to 2 years of supply chain planning experience; preferably in retail or FMCG.Analytical and strong with numbers. Ability to convert data insight into diagnostic and solution.Good understanding in integrated demand & supply planning process.Experience in Statistical modelling, consumption analysis, events and festive management (New Product launches & promotions) and collaborative forecast will be an added advantage. Proficiency in data analytics tools and software such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheet, Power BI.Good business acumen and sound judgement.Effective communication skills with the ability to influence where required.