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DSJ Global: Your Partner for Supply Chain Planning Talent in Hong Kong

DSJ Global is a leading talent partner delivering mid-senior end-to-end supply chain talent. We secure business-critical Planning professionals through permanent, contract, and multi-hire recruitment solutions.

Planning is a fundamental aspect of the supply chain that allows for smooth distribution of sales, lower costs, increased customer satisfaction, and precise inventory management. Our global supply chain specialists have exceeded the expectations of clients and candidates for 15 years by providing extensive knowledge, passion, and experience.

With the compound annual growth rate of supply chain management services expected to grow by 10.5 percent between now and 2028, the US is facing a high demand for qualified and specialized supply chain Planning professionals.

To ensure you don’t miss out on securing the right Planning professional for your business or becoming the next candidate to settle into a new role, DSJ Global will deliver a high-quality, trusted service that provides a competitive advantage for both sourcing talent and the best opportunities for professionals.

Benefits of working with DSJ Global’s Planning team

At DSJ Global, our Planning team is dedicated to delivering innovative recruitment solutions and leveraging advanced technology for enhanced resilience. As the supply chain industry experiences a surge in demand for digital tools, automated processes, and sustainable practices, factors including talent gaps and the impact of COVID-19 are driving substantial growth.

When working with DSJ Global’s Planning team, you can expect to receive:

15 years of experience and professional knowledge in the supply chain Planning industry

Access to an exclusive global network of both active and passive Planning candidates

Guidance and advice from our global award-winning talent experts in thesupply chain Planning industry

Take the first step in overcoming your talent needs by reaching out to our team. Complete our form, and let's discuss how DSJ Global can effectively partner with your organization to fulfill your hiring goals.

Supply Chain Planning Jobs

Demand Planning Manager

Title: Demand Planning Manager Summary: A global materials manufacturer in the retail space is looking to bring on a Demand Planning Manager. This client specializes in high-quality products for sectors like health care, hospitality, and home. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the demand planning processes and forecasting teams. The Manager's Responsibilities: Create monthly demand forecast in collaboration with key stakeholders such as Sales, Supply Planning, & Finance Adjust and build demand consensus for the S&OP Process and facilitate demand reviews Manage inventory to ensure the reduction of obsolete & excess materials Ensure forecast aligns with promotional plans, NPD, and seasonal launches Monitor forecast error, accuracy, and root cause analysis to improve the demand forecasts Analyze historical data and future sales to maintain relevant reports in the S&OP Process The Manager Qualifications: Bachelor in Business or related field 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain/ Forecasting/ S&OP or related field 3+ years of Management experience Strong experience with Oracle ERP Systems Strong analytic and communication skills The Manager Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits 401k Match Competitive PTO If you are interested in the Demand Planning Manager position, please don't hesitate to apply!

Negotiable
Cincinnati
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Inventory Specialist

DSJ Global is working with a lead food and beverage manufacturer that is seeking a skilled Inventory Specialist at their Cleveland, TN (near Chattanooga, TN) site! As an Inventory Specialist, you will be tasked with building and leading a team of clerks, finding and evaluating inventory discrepancies for 4 production lines, and report inventory in SAP software systems. Responsibilities: Interview, hire, and train direct reports. Count and enter data into SAP systems. Create excel spreadsheets to report inventory and yield percentages. Investigate inventory discrepancies. Maintain data for monthly and annual audits. Track variance trends and trouble shoot trend sources. An ideal candidate has: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or a related field. 2+ years of inventory experience. Managerial/leadership experience. Strong SAP/ ERP skills. Experience in Microsoft Office Ability to find and report inventory discrepancies. Experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry (preferred). This role is vital to the Supply Chain process and the Inventory Specialist will have the ability to learn and grow with a lead manufacturing company. If you are interested in this position, don't hesitate to apply!

US$60000 - US$68000 per annum
Cleveland
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Inventory Specialist

DSJ Global is working with a lead food and beverage manufacturer that is seeking a skilled Inventory Specialist at their Cleveland, TN (near Chattanooga, TN) site! As an Inventory Specialist, you will be tasked with building and leading a team of clerks, finding and evaluating inventory discrepancies for 4 production lines, and report inventory in SAP software systems. Responsibilities: Interview, hire, and train direct reports. Count and enter data into SAP systems. Create excel spreadsheets to report inventory and yield percentages. Investigate inventory discrepancies. Maintain data for monthly and annual audits. Track variance trends and trouble shoot trend sources. An ideal candidate has: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or a related field. 2+ years of inventory experience. Managerial/leadership experience. Strong SAP/ ERP skills. Experience in Microsoft Office Ability to find and report inventory discrepancies. Experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry (preferred). This role is vital to the Supply Chain process and the Inventory Specialist will have the ability to learn and grow with a lead manufacturing company. If you are interested in this position, don't hesitate to apply!

US$60000 - US$68000 per annum
Cleveland
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Inventory Specialist

DSJ Global is working with a lead food and beverage manufacturer that is seeking a skilled Inventory Specialist at their Cleveland, TN (near Chattanooga, TN) site! As an Inventory Specialist, you will be tasked with building and leading a team of clerks, finding and evaluating inventory discrepancies for 4 production lines, and report inventory in SAP software systems. Responsibilities: Interview, hire, and train direct reports. Count and enter data into SAP systems. Create excel spreadsheets to report inventory and yield percentages. Investigate inventory discrepancies. Maintain data for monthly and annual audits. Track variance trends and trouble shoot trend sources. An ideal candidate has: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or a related field. 2+ years of inventory experience. Managerial/leadership experience. Strong SAP/ ERP skills. Experience in Microsoft Office Ability to find and report inventory discrepancies. Experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry (preferred). This role is vital to the Supply Chain process and the Inventory Specialist will have the ability to learn and grow with a lead manufacturing company. If you are interested in this position, don't hesitate to apply!

US$60000 - US$68000 per annum
Cleveland
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Inventory Specialist

DSJ Global is working with a lead food and beverage manufacturer that is seeking a skilled Inventory Specialist at their Cleveland, TN (near Chattanooga, TN) site! As an Inventory Specialist, you will be tasked with building and leading a team of clerks, finding and evaluating inventory discrepancies for 4 production lines, and report inventory in SAP software systems. Responsibilities: Interview, hire, and train direct reports. Count and enter data into SAP systems. Create excel spreadsheets to report inventory and yield percentages. Investigate inventory discrepancies. Maintain data for monthly and annual audits. Track variance trends and trouble shoot trend sources. An ideal candidate has: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or a related field. 2+ years of inventory experience. Managerial/leadership experience. Strong SAP/ ERP skills. Experience in Microsoft Office Ability to find and report inventory discrepancies. Experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry (preferred). This role is vital to the Supply Chain process and the Inventory Specialist will have the ability to learn and grow with a lead manufacturing company. If you are interested in this position, don't hesitate to apply!

US$60000 - US$68000 per annum
Cleveland
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Demand Planning Manager

Title: Demand Planning Manager Summary: A global materials manufacturer in the retail space is looking to bring on a Demand Planning Manager. This client specializes in high-quality products for sectors like health care, hospitality, and home. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the demand planning processes and forecasting teams. The Manager's Responsibilities: Create monthly demand forecast in collaboration with key stakeholders such as Sales, Supply Planning, & Finance Adjust and build demand consensus for the S&OP Process and facilitate demand reviews Manage inventory to ensure reduction of obsolete & excess materials Ensure forecast aligns with promotional plans, NPD, and seasonal launches Monitor forecast error, accuracy, and root cause analysis to improve the demand forecasts Analyze historical data and future sales to maintain relevant reports in the S&OP Process The Manager Qualifications: Bachelor in Business or related field 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain/ Forecasting/ S&OP or related field 3+ years of Management experience Strong experience with Oracle ERP Systems Strong analytic and communication skills The Manager Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits 401k Match Competitive PTO If you are interested in the Demand Planning Manager position, please don't hesitate to apply!

Negotiable
Cincinnati
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Director of Strategic Inventory

DSJ Global is currently hiring a Director of Strategic Inventory for a leading retail organization at their Charlotte, NC site. The role is a newly created position in the retail industry. An ideal candidate has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is a strategic thinker. The role is fully on site, 5 days a week, with relocation provided. Key Responsibilities: Creating and maintaining an end-to-end Inventory Management Strategy. Collaborating with teams such as Inventory Planning, Merchandising, Store Operations, Finance, Pricing, Promotions and external Vendors. Managing a global team of managers. Leading and developing objectives for direct and indirect reports. Partnering with Vice Presidents to set direction for company initiatives for Inventory Planning. Partnering with teams to develop technological road map. Working to develop the Sales and Operations Planning process. Requirements: 8-10 years of experience in Inventory Management or Planning, Demand Planning, and Supply Chain Analytics. 3+ years of Retail Merchandising experience. 3-5 years of Project Management experience. Managerial experience. Bachelor's Degree. If this role sounds sounds like a good fit, don't hesitate to apply!

Negotiable
Charlotte
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Supply Planning Manager

Title: Supply Planning Manager Salary: $105-115K Location: New York City Schedule: Hybrid (3x in the office) Company Profile: A leader in the CPG/food space is looking to add a Supply Planning Manager to their team. This person will be responsible for leading supply planning and inventory, as well as driving process change. The Supply Planning Manager will Be Responsible For the Following: Lead and support Supply Chain team as a key stakeholder in the MRP and S&OP processes to help meet customer demand while minimizing inventory costs and maximizing service levels Develop, manage, validate, and communicate product plans for all items across multiple co-manufacturers Monitor inventory levels across multiple warehouses and work closely with customer service to ensure all orders are being fulfilled in full and on-time Establish guidelines to achieve cost-efficient movement of finished goods while maintaining minimum inventory investment Support and drive transformation from current processes to a new planning system platform by managing change management, master data accuracy, data migration, and ensure project deliverables The Supply Planning Manager Should Have the Following Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years experience in Supply Planning and S&OP within a CPG company Transformation experience - onboarding new tools Advanced skills with MS Office and Excel Detail oriented, self-starter, working independently and comfortable taking initiative as well as driving and delivering high quality results Strong collaboration and communication skills to partner internally and externally to resolve issues and identify opportunities

US$105000 - US$115000 per year
New York
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Senior Manager Planning

**Senior Manager Planning - Join a Leading Consultancy in Utrecht** Are you ready to take on an influential role that will shape the future of supply chain planning within a dynamic consultancy environment? We are seeking a Senior Manager with expertise in Supply Chain Management and FMCG experience to lead our team located in the bustling city of Utrecht. This is your chance to spearhead innovative strategies for demand, supply, and integrated business planning while contributing fresh ideas for new business development. Key Responsibilities: - Devise comprehensive plans addressing both long-term strategy and immediate execution needs. - Foster strong collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization. - Lead by example through hands-on involvement in day-to-day operations as well as strategic direction setting. Essential Skills: * **Supply Chain Expertise:** Deep understanding required; oversee complex projects from inception through delivery ensuring alignment with organizational goals. * **FMCG Background:** Your knowledge here will be vital-developing fast-moving consumer goods at pace demands precision combined with creativity. * **Demand Planning Proficiency**: Anticipate market changes; use insights data-driven forecasting methods so resources align perfectly customer wants/needs tomorrow today! * Business Development Acumen: Identify growth opportunities apply innovative solutions strengthen client base portfolio value alike simultaneously. This position calls upon seasoned professionals who can navigate heavily regulated sectors like Food & Beverage or those related fields brimming regulations require meticulous attention detail compliance mastery without sacrificing efficiency effectiveness along way! Embark on this rewarding journey where leadership meets innovation - send us your application now!

bonus
Utrecht
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Global S&OP Director

**Global S&OP Director - Automotive Sector** Are you an experienced supply chain professional looking for a strategic leadership role within the automotive sector? We are seeking a Global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Director to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the planning processes and operations of a prestigious company with global reach. As part of this European-based permanent position, expect to engage deeply with cross-functional teams where your expertise will drive business performance through improved balance between demand and supply. ### Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement integrated sales, inventory, production plans - Collaborate closely with various departments such as procurement, manufacturing, logistics - Lead continuous improvement initiatives across all aspects of S&OP ### Skills Required: #### Planning: Demonstrated ability in developing efficient strategies that align future demands with supply capabilities. #### DSJ Global Expertise: Bring on board best practices from similar roles or organisations focused on high-level operation dynamics. #### Strong Understanding Of The Supply Chain: Analyse end-to-end activities including raw material sourcing up until product delivery ensuring optimal flow throughout all stages. In summing-up; if you have proven directorial experience along these lines coupled by strong operational knowledge specific towards Germany's vibrant automotive landscape - we want YOU!

Negotiable
France
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Leiter Produktionsplanung M/F/D

Responsibilities Lead production planning and control, ensuring team alignment and efficient resource utilisation. Maximise production control by balancing internal and external processes for cost-efficient outcomes. Ensure timely delivery aligned with customer requirements. Analyse and enhance supply chain processes, developing strategies for digitisation and supplier management for outsourced operations. Develop and implement KPIs, analyse results, and take proactive measures to enhance productivity. Create and execute backlog reduction plans. Profile Degree in industrial engineering, production planning/logistics, or similar. Extensive experience in strategic production planning/control. Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, change-driven mindset. Background in lean management/operational excellence. Exceptional analytical abilities, structured approach, and proactive thinking. Proficiency in English; SAP experience is a plus. If you are an organised leader with a passion for efficient, customer-centric planning, I'd love to hear from you.

Negotiable
Germany
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Supply Planner

**Supply Planner - Thrive in the Dynamic World of Food and Beverage** Are you ready to step into a pivotal role that is at the heart of driving efficiency within one of the most fast-paced sectors? We are on a quest for an astute Supply Planner, someone who thrives under pressure and embraces challenges with enthusiasm. Join our team where your expertise will not only be valued but also instrumental in sculpting robust supply chains. As part of our dedicated workforce, based out from either London, Manchester or Leeds offices, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your talents by forecasting both long-term strategies as well as managing immediate stock demands. Key Responsibilities: - Develop accurate short-term and long-range supply plans. - Manage inventory levels effectively while optimizing stock movement. - Collaborate closely with various teams implementing S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) or IBP (Integrated Business Planning). Required Skills Explained: * **Forecasting:** The ability to predict what goods will be needed - foresee potential shortages before they become critical issues. * **S&OP/IBP Acumen:** A solid grasp over Sales & Operations Planning or Integrated Business Planning ensures alignment across different functions leading towards improved operational performance. * **FMCG Industry Experience:** Previous experience working within Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector means dealing efficiently with products that have quick turnover rates; it's essential knowledge for this position. We seek individuals who possess strong analytical skills backed by their experiences which ensure seamless flow through complex supply networks especially those governed heavily regulated frameworks like FMCGs demand. If shaping industry standards excites you- we want to hear from YOU! Embark on this career-defining journey where every day introduces new opportunities amidst some truly dynamic professionals!

£40000 - £45000 per annum + benefits
England
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​The Future of Demand Planning

In supply chain management, the future of demand planning stands at the intersection of technological advancements, data-driven insights, and strategic recruitment. As businesses navigate through market changes, consumer behaviors, and global uncertainties, demand planning emerges as a crucial element for achieving operational excellence and resilience. The Evolution of Demand PlanningTraditionally, demand planning relied heavily on historical data and statistical modeling. However, this approach is undergoing a transformative evolution. The increasing availability of data and advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, are reshaping the way businesses forecast demand. Predictive analytics and AI now play pivotal roles in deciphering complex patterns within vast datasets. These technologies empower businesses to make more accurate predictions, identify demand fluctuations, and respond swiftly to market shifts. Real-time visibility and collaboration across stakeholders further enhance the ability to optimize inventory levels and reduce lead times. The Role of Talent Acquisition in Demand PlanningThe Growth of in Demand SkillsAs demand planning becomes more sophisticated, the demand for skilled professionals in this field is on the rise. The future of demand planning is closely intertwined with the skills and expertise of demand planners. Organizations are recognizing the need for individuals with a deep understanding of data analytics, market trends, and the ability to navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing marketplace. The Future of Demand Planning and HiringThe Benefits of using a Specialist Supply Chain Talent Partner to hire a Demand PlannerIn anticipation of the growing demand for skilled professionals in demand planning, recruitment in this field becomes a strategic imperative. The benefits of using specialist supply chain consultants for hiring demand planners are manifold. These consultants bring industry-specific knowledge and insights, ensuring that businesses acquire talent that aligns with the evolving demands of the supply chain landscape. Specialist consultants leverage their expertise to identify candidates with a blend of analytical skills, industry knowledge, and adaptability. This tailored approach to recruitment is especially crucial in an era where demand planners need to not only forecast accurately but also possess the agility to navigate uncertainties and contribute to strategic decision-making. Contact DSJ GlobalAs the future of demand planning unfolds, the importance of staying ahead in hiring for demand planning cannot be overstated. If your organization is looking to enhance its demand planning capabilities or recruit skilled professionals in this field, our team of specialist supply chain consultants is here to assist. Contact us to explore how we can help you build a team equipped for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

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