Demand Planning Manager

About the role

foodpanda, part of the Delivery Hero Group, is hiring a Demand Planning Manager in Taguig. The role leads weekly replenishment planning and supply planning for a category group, works closely with demand planning specialists, and takes full ownership of S&OP issues such as ordering and availability. It is a full-time position working cross-market in the Asia Pacific region.

Key responsibilities

• Create weekly replenishment plans at supplier level based on inventory parameters, actual sell-out and planned forecast.
• Lead and facilitate S&OP forecast meetings and oversee supply plans based on demand forecasts.
• Review, prepare and update monthly and weekly supply planning files and KPI reports based on actuals.
• Maintain healthy inventory in distribution centers and stores based on target days cover.
• Manage, mentor and work closely with demand planning specialists to adjust the plan.
• Monitor supplier issues and manage escalations to ensure availability.
• Identify slow-moving SKUs and those with no movement for 28 days, and flag them to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with inventory controllers on balancing stocks across warehouses.
• Lead cross-functional teams on projects, strategic actions and complex issues.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, Economics or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in demand or supply planning.
• Experience with FMCG/grocery retailers and with online marketplaces or e-commerce is a plus.
• Strong analytical mind, detail-oriented, with excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a demanding, ambiguous environment with strong organization.

Required skills

• Processing information in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Analytical thinking and business acumen with large volumes of data.