Kerja Sepenuh Masa, APAC Demand Planning Manager di JOOLA - Maukerja

About JOOLA

JOOLA is a globally recognised table tennis and pickleball brand with an expanding presence across Asia-Pacific. With over 70 years of heritage in racket sports and a strong commitment to innovation, we create products and experiences for players at every level - from everyday enthusiasts to elite athletes competing at the highest levels of the sport.

As JOOLA continues to grow, so do the opportunities for our people. Our expanding regional business offers exposure across markets, functions and cultures, as well as the chance to take on broader responsibilities and help build new capabilities. We want our people to develop alongside the organisation by deepening their expertise, broadening their experience and taking on new challenges as opportunities emerge.

We combine the energy and ownership of an entrepreneurial environment with the ambition of a global brand. At JOOLA, you will be encouraged to contribute ideas, work across boundaries and make a visible impact - not only within your role, but also on the next stage of our growth.

Our global headquarters is based in the United States, and our Asia-Pacific headquarters is based in Singapore.

Take your Next Step with JOOLA

We are looking for a Demand Planner, APAC to own and improve our regional demand forecast across markets, channels and product categories.You will combine sales and order data with distributor forecasts, market insights and commercial plans to develop a credible view of future demand. You will work closely with Commercial, Finance and market teams to challenge assumptions, explain changes and identify risks and opportunities.

Your work will provide a reliable foundation for regional supply, purchasing and inventory decisions as we expand our business across APAC.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regional demand forecasting

• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts at the product, market and channel levels needed for planning decisions
• Build baseline forecasts using sales history, order patterns, seasonality and market information
• Incorporate validated assumptions for promotions, launches and distribution changes
• Distinguish recurring demand from initial stock builds, exceptional orders and other one-off activity
• Document assumptions and explain material changes between forecast cycles

2. Commercial and distributor collaboration

• Obtain timely forecasting inputs from Commercial, distributor account owners and country teams
• Challenge significant movements and unsupported assumptions using available evidence
• Assess distributor forecasts against order history, inventory and sell-through information where available
• Maintain clear distinctions between sales targets, expected demand and confirmed orders
• Work with Finance and market leaders to understand gaps between forecasts, budgets and commercial plans

3. Demand review and S&OP support

• Coordinate demand-review inputs, analysis and follow-up within regional S&OP
• Prepare a consolidated demand view highlighting changes, assumptions, risks and opportunities
• Facilitate validation of demand assumptions with Commercial, Finance and market leaders
• Maintain forecast versions and records of agreed changes
• Provide timely updates when material developments occur between planning cycles

4. Product, seasonal and channel planning

• Develop new-product forecasts using comparable products, distribution plans and market assumptions
• Incorporate seasonal ranges, promotions and major customer initiatives
• Monitor launch performance and revise forecasts as evidence develops
• Plan demand transitions between existing and replacement products
• Reflect the different demand patterns of distributors, subsidiary markets and direct-to-consumer channels

5. Forecast performance and decision support

• Track forecast accuracy and bias at appropriate product, market and planning-horizon levels
• Investigate variances and distinguish demand changes from order timing, supply constraints and data issues
• Identify recurring forecasting weaknesses and coordinate corrective action
• Provide scenarios where uncertainty could materially affect supply or inventory decisions
• Explain demand trends and their business implications clearly to stakeholders

6. Supply partnership and planning improvement

• Provide timely demand requirements and scenarios
• Highlight changes that could create shortages, excess stock or reallocation opportunities
• Preserve visibility of underlying demand when fulfilment plans are constrained by supply
• Maintain accurate planning data, assumptions and version control
• Improve forecasting templates, tools and reporting as regional capabilities develop

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of relevant experience in demand planning, forecasting or commercial planning
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience owning product-level forecasts and working directly with commercial stakeholders
• Practical understanding of forecast accuracy, bias, seasonality, promotional demand and product lifecycle planning
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, including experience with sales, order and inventory datasets
• Confidence to challenge assumptions constructively and translate analysis into clear business implications
• Experience supporting multiple markets or channels is preferred
• Exposure to distributor forecasting and structured demand-review or S&OP processes is an advantage
• Experience with ERP, forecasting or BI tools; NetSuite or Power BI experience is an advantage
• Sporting goods, consumer products, apparel, footwear, lifestyle or FMCG experience is an advantage
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to work independently within a lean regional team

Why Join Us?

At JOOLA, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work and make a meaningful contribution. As part of a growing business, you will be able to learn, take on new challenges and develop your career.

Our core values define how we work together towards our brand promise:

• Innovation - We approach challenges with curiosity and initiative. We take responsibility for solving problems and look for better ways to serve our customers and strengthen our business.
• Inspiration - We bring a champion mindset to our work. We set high standards, pursue meaningful goals and continually seek to improve.
• Inclusion - We work collaboratively, communicate openly and treat one another with respect. We value the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives across our teams and markets.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

JOOLA is committed to maintaining an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and make employment decisions based on the requirements of the role, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities and organisational needs, in accordance with applicable local employment laws.