Regional Demand Planning Manager, APAC

Role Overview

Join Google as a Regional Demand Planning Manager responsible for overseeing demand planning and operations in the APAC region, based in Singapore. This position involves leading cross-functional teams, managing complex supply chain processes, and driving business plans to ensure product availability and market success.

Responsibilities

• Direct the demand planning initiatives for a specified region and product portfolio, providing strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on forecast data.
• Manage the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) cycles, collaborating across departments to mitigate risks and meet business objectives.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders including Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to promote alignment, guide decision-making, and effectively communicate project timelines and goals.
• Supervise demand and fulfillment planning operations, balancing channel inventory levels throughout the product lifecycle and directing supply allocation and order fulfillment efforts.
• Lead weekly coordination sessions with third-party resellers to enhance forecast accuracy and replenishment planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in program or project management.
• At least 2 years’ experience in supply chain operations emphasizing demand planning within the consumer hardware sector.
• Fluent communication skills in both Mandarin and English to engage effectively with local Taiwan partners and global teams.
• Preferred: 8 years or more of direct demand and supply planning experience within complex settings.
• Experience in the consumer hardware industry is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success leading monthly cross-functional S&OP processes.
• Capability to operate on both strategic and operational levels, including managing new product introductions.
• Strong presentation and problem-solving abilities for influencing internal and external partners.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to produce actionable insights from complex datasets and lead large-scale, cross-functional projects within ambiguous environments.

Additional Information

Google prioritizes candidates who currently have the legal right to work in Singapore and do not require visa sponsorship. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of personal backgrounds or characteristics, in alignment with Google's policies on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities or special needs.