Demand Planner (Global)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate 8-Quarter demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, customer and marketing input
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and supply chain teams to gather information and insights for demand planning
• Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy, capacity utilization and inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability to meet customer demand
• Analyze and report on demand trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities
• Implement and manage demand planning software and tools
• Coordinate with supply planners and production teams to ensure timely delivery of products
• Conduct regular reviews of demand forecasts and adjust plans as necessary
• Responsible for the monthly SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Process)
  • Schedule meetings, prepare data, involve all necessary people/departments
  • Prepare and present demand planning reports to senior management
• FYI key responsibilities may change by different location or segment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Demand Planner or in a similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and inventory management

Working Conditions

• This role is onsite / hybrid / remote

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage
Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

JOB INFO

Job Identification 2012714 Posting Date 06/26/2026, 12:25 AM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree Job Schedule Full time Locations 2~5/F, Building D, Shenzhen, Guangdong, CN LinkedIn #LI-RM1