Assistant Manager, Demand Management (Display)
atThai Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Improves demand operation level of sales subsidiaries by complying with rules & processes of supply management and maintaining optimal inventory for distribution.
Maximizes SCM (Supply Chain Management) operation efficiency by building mid- and long-term resource management strategy through in-advance-discussions regarding mid- and long-term demands.
Responsibilities
- Design and generate weekly and monthly supply & demand statistical forecast reports
- Evolve and maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for demand & supply planning processes and systems in accordance to business rhythm
- Measure the impact of supply & demand forecast accuracy
- Conduct current and future forecasting analysis, ensuring forecasting processes and methods are followed
- Assemble and analyse all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and eventually tier 1 account POS and inventory levels)
- Make recommended adjustments to forecast and inventory targets based on changes in demand and market trends
- Lead forecast and inventory planning meetings with Marketing team, reviewing recommended sales forecasts and inventory goals (emphasis on brand/product transitions, new product introduction, and promotions)
- Manage inventory targets (including safety stock levels) that are approved by management
- Prepare, report, and communicate forecast and inventory measurements to management (forecast accuracy, inventory plan vs. targets).
- Monitor SKU levels and recommend SKU rationalization initiatives in the future
- Lead SCM sessions ensuring monthly, yearly estimate closing, work closely with Head of Sales and Head of Product Marketing to identify gap closing supply & demand based on marketing and trade activities
- Perform other duties as assigned by management /direct supervisor
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in, Logistics, Operations, Business Degree, Supply Chain Management, or quantitative analysis is preferred
- Minimum 7 years related experience in Demand Planning/ Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, or other related functions
- Background in master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and planning
- Strong analytical abilities
- Strong knowledge of demand planning process
- Knowledge of demand management/forecasting tools, forecasting processes in sales, marketing operations, finance, manufacturing and supply chain issues
- Detail oriented with extreme accuracy
- Extensive spreadsheet analysis and strong mathematical abilities
- Knowledge of turn rates, key inventory performance metrics, turns, margin contributions, etc.
- Ability to lead cross-functionally, being approachable.
- Strong collaborative skills in resolving long and short positions in inventory
- Experience in managing end of life cycle and absolute inventory
- Good coordinator and able to work very well under high pressure
- Experience using SAP (preferred) or other ERP statistical software packages
- Good command of English both spoken and written with computer literacy
Experience required
- 7 years
Salary
- Negotiable
Job function
- Supply Chain
- Analyst
- Strategy / Planning
Job type
- Full-time
Company overview
For over 70 years, Samsung Electronics has been dedicated to making a better world through diverse businesses that today span advanced technology, semiconductors, skyscraper and plant construction, petrochemicals, fashion, medicine, finance, hotels, and more. Our flagship company, Samsung Electro ...
Why join us: This is the beginning of all things possible at Samsung. From your desire to discover, our products are born. Creating innovation for all, not just the fortunate few. And where others stop at that, we accelerate discoveries and possibilities. With our endless ability to predict the next big wave ...
Benefits
- Five-day work week
- Education Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Health Insurance
- Professional development

