Job Description

WE ARE HIRING A

DEMAND PLANNING MANAGER

(LEAD STRATEGIC FORECASTING IN A FAST-PACED APPAREL ENVIRONMENT)

Under the corporate umbrella of SAS Sport, SAS Creative is a creative solutions provider for the New Zealand market. We are looking to expand and seek a dynamic self-motivated professional with a proven track record and the right attitude to join our Sri Lankan team. The ideal candidate will exercise good judgment and have the capacity to make independent decisions to tackle any challenges and support the long term growth of the company. This is a great opportunity to work in an ethical and caring environment and have the chance to learn, grow in your career and to share your expertise.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for data, forecasting, and inventory optimization? Do you want to lead impactful planning initiatives within a multinational company serving international markets?

At SAS Creative Sri Lanka, we are looking for an experienced Demand Planning Manager to lead our forecasting function and play a critical role in aligning supply and demand across our global operations.

WHY JOIN SAS CREATIVE?

Strategic role with global impact - Drive demand planning across Sri Lanka & New Zealand operations
Leadership opportunity - Lead and mentor a growing forecasting team while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
End-to-end visibility - Be involved in the full demand cycle from forecasting to factory coordination.
Attractive allowances & benefits - Competitive salary package, leadership development opportunities and the chance to shape demand strategy across borders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute accurate demand forecasts based on historical data, market insights, and seasonal patterns.
Work closely with Sales, Production, and Account Management to align forecasts with operational capabilities.
Identify forecast variances and proactively recommend corrective actions to minimize stockouts and overstock situations.
Implement forecasting tools and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
Mentor junior analysts and interns, building forecasting capabilities within the team.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physical Science or Supply Chain Management (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or inventory management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and forecasting tools.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in the apparel industry or working with international markets is a strong advantage.
Passion for continuous improvement, automation, and using data to drive business outcomes.

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