Lead the demand planning and inventory management process for the respective SBU.
Ensure all processes (RA MC SSPL or SLOB) are smooth.
Analyze inventory and re-balance.
Support leadership team with multiple analysis to allow better inventory management for the respective SBU while maintaining a high customer service level.
Lead SIOP.
Reporting directly to Thailand Country Supply Chain Manager.
Lead the weekly operations call to plan production and customer demand.
Coordinate the backlogs/overdue meeting with customer service and production planner.
Maintain the optimum balance between service level (OTIF), inventory (stock levels) and new product introduction (phase in/out).
Use statistical forecast to produce reliable base demand plan on-monthly-basis with the support from demand review with commercial & site team.
Review forecast against actual sales and usage and coordinate with planners for replenishment and stock readiness.
Prepare the demand review deck to facilitate the SIOP meeting; participate and document the actions registers and provide strict follow up on the established agreements later.
Participate in the supply/demand balancing process ensuring a clear understanding of the assumptions made in the demand plan.
Highlight/escalate any issues related to demand/supply that requires business decision and follow-up.
Monthly measurement of Forecast Accuracy SBU KPIs (BIAS & MAPE).

Minimum 5 years of working experience with exposure to matrix organization and delivering quality results
Demand and material planning experience from consumer goods industry.
Knowledge of and experience from chemical / paint industry are advantageous.
Have at minimum, bachelor's degree in engineering, Science or Business management.
Advance working knowledge with Oracle or SAP.

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Senior Demand Planner

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