Demand & Supply Planning Analyst

Objectives:

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand without overstocking or stockouts
• Use data analytics and business inputs to generate reliable demand forecasts that drive supply planning decisions
• Balance projected demand with supply capabilities (production, procurement, capacity) to ensure a stable and efficient supply chain
• Provide data and insights for cross-functional planning meetings, aligning stakeholders on a single plan for demand and supply
• Minimize working capital tied up in inventory while ensuring service levels are met across distribution channels
• Identify and manage potential disruptions in demand and supply; develop contingency plans to ensure continuity
• Create reports, dashboards, and models to help leadership make informed strategic and operational decisions
• Analyze and improve forecasting, planning, and replenishment processes using Lean, Six Sigma, or other best practices

Responsibilities

Demand Planning:

• Analyze historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and promotional activities to create accurate demand forecasts
• Use statistical tools and software to generate and maintain short-term and long-term demand plans
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to incorporate business insights into the forecast
• Track and improve forecast accuracy using KPIs and root cause analysis
• Support the new product introduction (NPI) and end-of-life (EOL) planning with appropriate forecasting
• Support to maintain the product setup and data integrity.

Supply Planning

• Translate demand forecasts into supply plans, considering capacity constraints, lead times, inventory targets, and supplier capabilities
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure timely product availability
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend actions to optimize stock levels and avoid overstock/stockout scenarios
• Analyze supply chain disruptions and propose mitigation strategies
• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to track order fulfillment and adjust supply plans accordingly

S&OP Process Support:

• Participate in monthly SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) meetings
• Prepare and present forecast and supply data to support decision-making
• Recommend planning adjustments based on changes in demand, capacity, or supply chain constraints

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
• 2–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or integrated business planning
• Proficiency in forecasting and planning tools (e.g., Netstock, SAP IBP, Oracle, Kinaxis, Anaplan, Excel)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management principles
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365, Netstock, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a plus

Key Competencies

• Analytical and data-driven mindset
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic thinking and problem solving
• Adaptability to changing business needs
• Results-oriented and proactive

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