Great China Demand Planning - Global FMCG Company

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
This role is responsible for demand and supply planning activities for the Greater China market, balancing customer demand with inventory and supply objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support business growth, new product launches and operational excellence.
  • Own Demand & Supply Planning across Greater China.
  • Global Beauty & Cosmetics Industry Exposure.

About Our Client

A global beauty group with a portfolio of internationally recognized brands across skincare, makeup and fragrance categories. With a strong presence in Greater China, the company is known for its brand excellence, innovation capabilities and well-established supply chain network, offering employees an international working environment.

Job Description

  • Develop and maintain demand forecasts by analyzing historical sales performance, market trends and business inputs.
  • Run monthly Forecast Review and S&OP meetings, aligning key stakeholders on demand and supply plans.
  • Ensure timely and accurate forecast submissions within planning systems.
  • Define and optimize inventory targets for warehouses and stores based on product characteristics and demand patterns.
  • Work with regional distribution centers to manage replenishment plans and order confirmations.
  • Balance supply and demand by partnering with cross-functional teams to mitigate inventory risks, supply shortages and demand fluctuations.
  • Monitor forecast accuracy and bias, identifying opportunities to enhance planning processes and drive continuous improvement.
  • Manage inventory health and implement actions to reduce excess, slow-moving and obsolete stock.
  • Support new product launches and participate in supply chain improvement initiatives and projects.
  • Maintain and utilize demand planning and forecasting tools to support business decision-making.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Great China Planner should have:

  • Bachelor's degree or above.
  • At least 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning or integrated planning within an FMCG environment; experience in the beauty or cosmetics industry is highly preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP and/or planning tools such as IBP, JDA or APO.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into business actions.
  • Advanced Excel skills and a high level of data accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to work independently with a strong sense of ownership, initiative and accountability.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong organizational awareness with the ability to influence and align diverse business stakeholders.
  • Fluent in Chinese and English, with the ability to operate effectively in an international business environment.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary.
  • A permanent position based in Shanghai.
  • Opportunities to contribute to the procurement and supply chain operations in the retail industry.



If this role matches your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Sophia Shao
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7126609
Phone number
+86 2160268008

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Demand Planning
What is your area of specialisation?
Retail
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophia Shao
Consultant phone
+86 2160268008
Job Reference
JN-102026-7126609

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