Demand Planner

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Job Summary

The Demand Planner is responsible for forecasting demand and managing inventory levels to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products across multiple warehouse locations, including the Philippines and North America. This role involves data analysis, production scheduling, collaboration with sales and warehouse teams, and the use of SAP to maintain alignment between system and actual inventory Key Responsibilities: Demand Planning (Warehouse Sales): Analyze historical sales data, customer behavior, and market trends to create accurate demand forecasts for warehouse SKUs, including seasonal products.

Collaborate with sales teams to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and business goals. Schedule and prioritize production runs for the Philippine plant and assist with North American production schedules as required. Investigate and address root causes of stock shortages and aged inventory, implementing process improvements to prevent recurrence.

Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure optimal inventory levels that support forecasted and unexpected demand. Develop product lifecycle strategies including product introductions and phase-outs. Inventory Management: Create and maintain weekly reports and dashboards tracking sales, orders, in-transit inventory, and WIP (work-in-progress) for North American warehouses.

Identify and prioritize critical SKUs to maintain service levels. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance at all stages—production, shipping, and delivery—flagging potential risks. Conduct cost-benefit analysis to assess when to expedite shipments. SAP Administration: Generate and manage SAP Purchase Orders and Sales Orders.

Handle In-Transit postings and ensure clear communication with warehouse teams. Reconcile system records with actual warehouse inventory. Lead initiatives to clean and organize Sales Order data in SAP.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 1–2 years of experience in demand planning, inventory management, or sales forecasting. Proficient in SAP and demand planning software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret data to make informed decisions.

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Experience in warehouse sales, logistics, or the retail industry is a plus. "Motolite offers you not just a job, but a career with boundless opportunities"