Regional Supply Demand Planner (12 Months Contract)

Singapore, Singapore

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you thrive on pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? People here at Apple don’t just create products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionised entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do! We are looking for forward-thinking individuals who will be tasked with leading all aspects of Supply and Demand Management (SDM) for a number of our Product Lines. Extraordinary operational excellence is a cornerstone of our ability to consistently surprise and delight our customers. We are responsible for analyzing Demand and securing Supply to support all of Apple’s Routes to Market in the APAC region; Apple’s Online Store, Apple’s Retail Chain and also Apple’s wider Reseller Channel. You will utilise your analytical, planning or account management skills and will work in a dynamic consumer goods environments. You will develop, communicate, and execute end-to-end product demand and supply plans across all channels of distribution. You will be part of the APAC SDM Planning organization and as the business develops, planners may support other product ranges. Do you think strategically and execute tactically? Are you persistent with your attention to detail, enjoy solving problems and comfortable working with numbers?

Analytical - Liaise with Sales, Sales Finance and Worldwide planning to balance supply &/ demand for the region. - Forecast end consumer demand for all channels. Evaluate associated risks and plan for contingency - Develop weekly and quarterly supply and demand plans to meet Apple’s financial objectives - Present forecast performance while highlighting changes in business trends in order to drive strategy conversations - Analyse product sales on a weekly basis to recognize opportunities and drive cross-functional partners on both supply and demand side to maximise end consumer sales - Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement plans Driving Strategic Objectives - Drive analysis to set launch quantities of new product introductions and to ensure smooth product transitions - Identify improvement opportunities in the product planning process, marshal resources, and drive projects to completion - Track & improve key metrics through process development - Complete root cause analyses and develop mitigation plans for any unexpected changes - Present regular product updates and recommended actions to Operations leadership

Demonstrated experience in supply chain/planning/forecasting/analytical role
Strong data analysis and numeric skills
Practical and enthusiastic approach to problem solving and process improvement
Solution oriented analytical planning skills
Strong work ethic, perseverance and flexibility
Organised and able to react to the challenges of a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, both written and verbal
Ability to build effective relationships in a cross functional team environment
The ability to deliver quality work to tight deadlines
Proficiency in at least one MRP system and strong Excel Skills.
A self-starting, innovative individual who also can work as part of a team

Masters/Bachelors degree ideally, however if you have relevant experience, you are encouraged to apply!
Prior experience in fields that demand multiplex quantitative analysis such as finance or consulting is desired.
Prior experience in product planning, production control, inventory management, or production/manufacturing operations is a plus
Ability to move beyond traditional ways of doing things and push past the status quo
Ability to embrace, learn and adopt new technology and encourage others to do the same

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities and in accordance with local requirements. Apple is a drug-free workplace.

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