Demand Planner

About the role

Auto Parts Group (APG), part of GPC Asia Pacific, is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to support purchasing decisions through accurate forecasting, inventory planning, supplier coordination and replenishment management. Reporting to the Procurement and Pricing Manager, you will work with Purchasing, Pricing, Product Development, Sales and Operations so that the right automotive parts are available at the right time, while optimising inventory investment, service levels and supply-chain costs.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage 36-month demand forecasts across selected categories, customers, channels and brands
• Analyse sales trends, seasonality, market activity, product lifecycles and customer requirements to build practical forecasts
• Support purchasing and pricing decisions through demand, inventory, landed-cost and supply-risk analysis
• Plan replenishment and monitor inventory performance to keep products available across national distribution centres
• Coordinate with suppliers and consolidation points to schedule, track and consolidate shipments
• Identify supply risks, pricing opportunities and corrective actions, and share insights with business forums
• Partner with Product Development, Sales, Operations, Purchasing and Pricing to improve planning outcomes, data quality and merchandise deployment
• Contribute to continuous improvement in forecasting, replenishment and inventory management

Required profile

• Experience in demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, replenishment or a similar commercial supply-chain role
• Experience in automotive aftermarket, wholesale, distribution, retail, FMCG or another high-SKU environment is highly regarded
• Experience with supplier coordination, import supply chains, freight consolidation, landed-cost analysis or pricing support is advantageous
• Proactive approach to supply risks, opportunities and corrective actions
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication, including presenting supply, inventory and pricing insights to management

Required skills

• Advanced Excel skills
• Confidence using ERP, purchasing and other supply-chain systems
• Ability to analyse large datasets and turn findings into practical recommendations
• Sound understanding of lead times, safety stock, stock turns, service levels, excess and obsolete stock, landed cost and replenishment planning

What we offer

• A paid, flexible "Me" Day
• Comprehensive training, support and resources
• Exclusive discounts with retailers such as Repco, NAPA, AMX and Motion Industries
• Regular team catch-ups, monthly events and annual awards
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Paid parental leave for permanent employees