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Sr. Supply & Demand Planner
SeoulFull-timeSeniorPosted Oct 16, 2026
Job description
Job Description Summary
- Manage Supply Chain Management.
- Provide appropriate Demand Forecast and Inventory analysis to support business growth
- Responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing SCM process compliance
- Internal control and implement system for effective SCM operation Responsible overall Job Description Major accountabilities: Lead the Sales & Business Planning (S&BP) process, including demand forecasting, inventory planning, and business outlook reviews. Drive forecasting accuracy through lifecycle management activities such as product launches, divestments, pricing changes, reimbursement updates, and market dynamics assessment. Develop and execute demand and supply planning strategies to ensure product availability and business continuity. Monitor inventory performance, optimize stock levels, and proactively identify and mitigate supply risks, stock shortages, and obsolescence. Collaborate with global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure reliable supply and effective lifecycle management. Manage material master data, planning parameters, and inventory records to support operational excellence. Oversee import, customs clearance, and trade compliance activities to ensure timely and compliant product distribution. Track and improve Supply Chain KPIs, including forecast accuracy, inventory levels, launch readiness, and write-off performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and supply chain projects to enhance processes, efficiency, and service levels. Partner with cross-functional teams and external partners to support business objectives and regional supply chain strategies. Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, international trade, industrial engineering, or related field CPIM qualification preferred Functional Experience: At least 5~7 years’ experience in supply chain management Professional skills in supply & demand planning, Customs, and Import procedure S&OP experience is preferred Communication within the organization and across Global/Regional Supply Chain Good working knowledge of SAP and MS Office Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Presentation, etc) Process oriented and data driven decision making Good negotiation and communication skills Structured and well organized with analytical skills Result oriented, willingness to change, innovative and proactive Preferred Experience: Experience in Supply Chain in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industry Project management (Material Master, Process improvement, etc) Good knowledge and experience of SAP Languages: English Korean Skills Desired Bill of Materials (BOM), Business Networking, Business Scenario Planning (Inactive), Change Controls, Efficiency (Inactive), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, Flexibility (Inactive), General Hse Knowledge (Inactive), Including Gdp (Inactive), Inventory Management, Knowledge Of Gmp (Inactive), Master Data, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Order Management, Product Distribution, Risk Management, Scheduler (Inactive), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Management, Supply Planning, Transportation (Inactive), Warehouse Management
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