Demand Planning Manager

**WHO ARE WE**

We're Access Corporate Group, a global brand management group that reinvents the future of the wellness and beauty industry. In just 5 years, we've gone from distributing 6 partner brands to connecting over 25 acquired and invested brands and serving as the distribution partner for 80 brands in 56 global markets. In less than the time it takes you to read this job description, We have sold and shipped over a thousand wellness products to shoppers in over 58 countries. That’s 11 products per second

Whilst these numbers are already impressive, we are building something even bigger. Our goal is to be one of the top 10 brand management groups globally in the next 10-year time. Ambitious right? That’s why we need exceptional people to make it happen.

With the mission of improving the everyday lives of our customers, our unique approach involves bringing edge-cutting beauty & wellness solutions, the highest quality premium products, and personalized services to millions of shoppers worldwide in a faster way. Our difference lies in our ability to harness the power of connection to create new products, and trends and accelerate sales through our unique network of influencers, social sellers, and our social-based CRM platform.

Access’ brands currently include Vida Glow, Melrose, Lovekins, Napoleon Perdis, Dr.LeWinn’s, BeanBody, Minenssey, MitoQ, BEE+, Eimele, Alissi Bronte, Thalissi, Amilera, Invisible Zinc, Hunter Lab, Savar, Sensori+, Ch22, Doverist, Nu-Lax, etc.

**HOW WE ARE CHANGING THE GAME**
- Science-backed wellness solutions based on the latest innovations such as cellular health, functional skincare, and plant-based nutrition.

A proven brand incubation model for scaling brands.

Always put brands and brand decision-making at the heart of the business.

We believe in accelerating the time it takes for the latest science to get into the hands of shoppers.

We are all entrepreneurs and encourage new ideas and new ways of doing things.

**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU**
- Work with some of the best and most innovative wellness and beauty brands.

Join an international workplace with people from different cultural backgrounds.

Join an organization that is in a high growth phase, where you can make a real difference, i.e. suggest new ways of doing things and growing. We are all ears

Join a collaborative team that has each other’s back and knows how to win.

Hybrid work options are available.

**WHO ARE YOU**

We are creating a passionate team of high-performing peers who thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. If you are someone who wants a challenge, believes in our mission, wants to be part of the revolution, and grows both the business and yourself personally, then this is the right place for you.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**

Reporting to the S&OP Planning Manager in New Zealand, you will analyze the sales forecast to ensure product availability in a timely and cost-effective manner. You will play a key role in S&OP processes and inventory management; analyze performance and manage forecasting requirements; partner with the internal "clients" and make recommendations to support planning and operation practices.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Develop and maintain demand forecasts and stock replenishment of all brands' products across various sales channels.

Improve the accuracy of the sales forecast and minimize out-of-stock situations whilst balancing working capital and inventory holding requirements.

Cross-functional collaboration with sales, marketing, and operations teams to gather relevant data and insights, review forecasts, discuss key findings, and align action plans.

Partner with the Supply Planning team regarding the procurement and production progress to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained to meet the sales demand.

Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track demand planning performance.

**KEY REQUIREMENTS**

3-5 years of experience in a similar role with proven expertise in inventory management, analysis, qualification/forecasting, demand planning, and replenishment planning processes.

Bilingual in English and Mandarin and proficient in speaking and reading Chinese.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret complex data.

Proficiency in demand planning software (preferably Oracle NetSuite system) and advanced Excel skills

Proven successful experience in the FMCG industry, with a production environment background.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.

Continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on driving efficiencies and enhancing processes.