Demand Planning Specialist

A leading global organisation is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to join their team in Ho Chi Minh. This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in shaping the future of product forecasting and inventory management, utilising advanced statistical systems and analytical tools.

You will be empowered to use your mathematical expertise to evaluate sales history, anticipate customer demand, and analyse seasonality trends, ensuring optimal inventory levels and seamless supply chain operations. The position provides a platform for you to connect with internal and external stakeholders, negotiate solutions, and make impactful recommendations that drive business success, supportive leadership, and ongoing training are at the heart of this organisation’s commitment to your professional growth.

• You will have the chance to work closely with cross-functional teams, building strong relationships that foster accurate data sharing and collaborative problem-solving across departments.
• The organisation values your analytical skills and offers access to advanced tools such as ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI to support your forecasting responsibilities.
• Enjoy a workplace culture that prioritises knowledge-sharing, and continuous development through regular product review meetings and integrated business planning sessions.

What you'll do:

As a Demand Planning Specialist in Ho Chi Minh, you will immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your analytical abilities are central to driving operational excellence. Your day-to-day activities will involve leveraging statistical forecast systems to ensure precise predictions at SKU warehouse level. You will collaborate extensively with various departments—communicating updates, negotiating solutions, and making recommendations that balance customer demand with reasonable inventory plans. By maintaining oversight of the full product lifecycle from forecasting through inventory management, you will play an essential role in supporting supply chain reliability. Your keen attention to detail will help identify anomalies in product trends while your interpersonal skills enable you to build trust-based relationships with business partners. Through active participation in planning meetings, you will contribute valuable insights that shape both immediate actions and long-term strategies. Success in this role hinges on your ability to combine technical proficiency with collaborative communication—ensuring every decision supports customer satisfaction and organisational goals.

• Analyse, update, and monitor product forecasts by SKU warehouse level for accuracy using sophisticated statistical forecast systems while communicating changes effectively across departments.
• Evaluate future orders against existing forecasts, making timely adjustments when necessary to ensure alignment with customer demand.
• Maintain oversight of the entire product planning life cycle including tracking product status, managing forecasting processes, and monitoring inventory levels.
• Calculate and monitor key performance indicators such as forecast accuracy and bias against targets; identify errors proactively and provide actionable solutions to enhance forecasting performance.
• Identify unusual conditions affecting products and communicate findings to management while recommending practical solutions for resolution.
• Interact with key business partners both internally and externally to build dependable relationships that ensure accurate data collection and reliable forecasting outcomes.
• Assess inventory reliability within the supply chain flow for approval of promotional requests and customer projections, guaranteeing customer satisfaction and consistent product availability.
• Identify planned drop items or groups; evaluate optimal timing based on remaining finished goods inventory, raw material stock at vendor locations, and negotiate with production or purchasing teams regarding final run dates.
• Provide direction for expediting, deferring or cancelling orders as needed to maintain proper inventory levels; recommend excess inventory items for promotional campaigns and develop plans for closing out remaining stock.
• Contribute actively to long- and short-term business planning objectives by participating in product review meetings and integrated business planning sessions.

What you bring:

Your background as a Demand Planning Specialist demonstrates a deep understanding of business operations combined with technical expertise in forecasting methodologies. You bring extensive experience managing inventory processes—balancing quantitative analysis with qualitative judgement—to deliver reliable results. Your proficiency with ERP systems and advanced data analysis tools allows you to interpret complex information quickly while your familiarity with supply chain practices ensures smooth coordination between departments. You excel at collaborating within diverse teams, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where ideas are shared openly. Your fluency in English supports effective communication across international boundaries. In addition to these core competencies, your commitment to continuous improvement drives you to seek out new solutions for enhancing forecasting accuracy. Your empathetic approach helps nurture positive relationships with colleagues and partners alike—making you an invaluable asset in achieving organisational objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or a related field is required for this position.
• At least five years of proven experience in demand planning and inventory management within a relevant industry is essential.
• Strong analytical skills are vital for evaluating complex datasets and identifying actionable trends.
• Proficiency in demand forecasting techniques as well as inventory planning methodologies is expected.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain principles and best practices is necessary for effective performance.
• Familiarity with ERP systems alongside demand planning software enables efficient workflow management.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel plus experience with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python or Power BI are highly advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams ensures successful project execution.
• Fluency in English is mandatory for clear communication across global networks.

What sets this company apart:

This global organisation stands out for its dedication to nurturing talent through flexible working opportunities, supportive leadership structures, and comprehensive training programmes designed for professional advancement. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture where knowledge-sharing is encouraged at every level—from regular product review meetings to integrated business planning sessions that foster communal growth. The company’s commitment to inclusivity ensures all voices are heard while generous pension contributions reward loyalty over time. With access to cutting-edge technology platforms like ERP systems and advanced analytics tools (Microsoft Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI), you are equipped not only for current challenges but also for future career progression. The organisation’s focus on employee wellbeing creates an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally—making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork, dependability, and ongoing development.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as a Demand Planning Specialist in Ho Chi Minh—and want to make a meaningful impact within a globally respected organisation—this is your opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

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