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Demand Planning Specialist

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About Samyang America

Samyang America stands as the #1 Gen Z brand, boldly shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors, viral trends, and unforgettable brand experiences. We don’t just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and celebrate bold individuality. Our mission is to bring daring, delicious products to the market that resonate deeply with the next of food lovers. From iconic spicy noodles to creative new launches, we are driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of taste and culture. At Samyang America, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared love for bold flavor experiences. We value fresh ideas, energetic spirit, and the courage to lead trends rather than follow them.

If you’re ready to be part of a brand that’s more than just food - a brand that moves culture and creates unforgettable moments - join our team today!

Position Summary:

The SCM Demand Planning Specialist plays a key role in extracting data and providing PSI (Production, Sales, and Inventory) to leadership. Key deliverables include oversight of the forecasting process for production, importing, supplying, out of stock and overstock. This role is accountable for integrating data from Sales, Production, Logistics, and Finance, which are used to develop accurate and timely supply to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Continuously provide PSI simulations based on adjustments in the sales plan, production plan and inventory level

Communicate with the Sales team for variances between existing forecasts, plans, and actuals, and new items through weekly PSI meeting

Foresee inventory issues and report to higher management, along with relevant teams to assist in resolutions

Maintain regular communication with the sales team regarding new store openings, new products, and events, and collaborate with production to ensure supply availability

Extract and analyze SIOP data and Consensus demand review

Advise/communicate with the sales team and production for variances between existing plans and actuals weekly

Check sales plan system’s data and on-hand inventory, incoming inventory, and P/O to handle regional on-time supply and ready to report present status

Generate STO & Monthly closing on 3PL W/H

Analyze and report inventory turnover, sales plan vs actuals, and PSI forecast on weekly and monthly to supervisor

Other duties as required

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree (SCM, Business, Economics, Data Science or related) required

English/Korean bilingual speaking and writing required

1- 5 years of Supply Planning, Purchasing, Importing, Operation and Logistics experience

Demonstrates Python, Microsoft Office (Excel) proficiency

Knowledge of ERP systems, especially SAP

Strong follow-up, organizational and analytical skills

Proactive work attendance and communication

Have a sense of urgency and be able to work under fast-paced, metrics-driven environment

The base salary for this position is between $55,000.00 and $70,000.00 per year. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including an annual incentive bonus, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, PTO/FTO, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Samyang America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of , , , , , , , genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.