Supply Chain Planner (Bilingual Mandarin)

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Demand Planning Responsibilities:
  • Forecasting Demand: Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and seasonality to predict future product demand. Use statistical and analytical tools to create accurate demand forecasts.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, and finance teams to understand demand drivers and promotional activities. Ensure alignment between demand forecasts and business strategies.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to ensure supply meets demand while minimizing costs. Identify and report on inventory trends and slow-moving items.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present forecast and inventory metrics to management. Regularly review and adjust forecasts based on changes in market conditions or company strategy.
• Supply Planning Responsibilities:
  • Supply Chain Strategy: Develop and implement supply chain strategies to increase efficiency and productivity. Ensure that supply can meet forecasted demand.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with sales and marketing departments to understand future product demand. Align supply planning with production and inventory management strategies.
  • Inventory Management: Develop and maintain inventory targets to align with demand forecasts. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply planning.
  • Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve supply chain constraints and discrepancies between supply and demand. Adapt supply planning strategies to address unexpected changes in the market or supply chain disruptions.

Key Requirements

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience: Practical experience ERP and demand planning software such as SAP, Dynamics 365, JDA, Logility or similar systems.
• Certifications: Certifications in supply chain management or related areas can be beneficial.
• Industry Experience: Several years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field in food industry is preferred.
• Forecasting and Planning: Proven track record in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and supply chain optimization.
• Project Management: Experience managing projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a dynamic environment.
• Continuous Improvement: Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits Offered

• Miscellaneous Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k) Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.