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Senior Specialist - Demand Planning

Location: Shanghai

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Operations

In short

We are looking for a Demand Planner to join our APAC Demand Planning team in Shanghai. The role is for someone with strong business acumen and a proven track record of independently managing large amounts of qualitative and quantitative information into data-driven actions. You will work as part of a team who strives for efficiency, whilst continuously seeking new and improved ways of operational excellence. If you enjoy numbers, collaborating with various stakeholders and working in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Your Mission

Take full ownership of the demand forecast and monitor the accuracy for omni-channel market (B2B, Retail and ECOM): independently monitor and analyze data for budgeting and forecasting, identify changes, and initiate actions.
Take full responsibility for the forecasting for non-sales needs across all of On’s markets in the APAC region: independently collect inputs from stakeholders, analyze and challenge forecast proposals, upload and maintain forecast in the planning and ERP systems.
Establish and maintain strong partnerships and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to make sure to fulfill market demand.
Actively support the planning processes by providing effective analyses and recommendations to your stakeholders.
Maintain data quality within different systems and implement processes to improve information flows between various stakeholders and partners, upload and maintain forecasts in the planning and ERP systems.
Continuously challenge and improve the demand planning process through effective data analyses.
Participate and take real ownership from the beginning in cross-functional processes and projects both within the region and on a global level. Other duties as needed.

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Your story

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or related field of study
5 years of (previous) planning experience
Very strong analytical skills: you feel naturally comfortable with large data sets and curious to understand the “so-what” behind the numbers
Good interpersonal skills: you feel comfortable to independently coordinate internal and external teams and stakeholders on all levels and from different cultural backgrounds.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to think ahead: you take initiatives, are able to manage overlapping projects, keep track of deadlines, and efficiently prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Excel and English is a must

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About the Team

As the APAC demand planning team, we work closely to convert innovative product designs into commercialized products and deliver exceptional quality to our customers. We are focused, data-driven but also action-oriented! We build and follow processes, but we also continuously challenge the status quo and “industry standards”. We work closely with internal stakeholders to understand and balance our current supply and demand, and support our business growth.

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Patrick

Head of Logistics for EMEA

First: make it work. Then: make it beautiful. We’re huge believers in the process of trial and error and we never over-engineer. If we fail, we fail fast and make quick decisions to move ahead.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.