Overview

Salary
5,500 SGD 6,400 SGD
Industry
Manufacturing(Computer/Telecommunication), Manufacturing(Electronics/Semiconductors), Manufacturing(Automobile), Manufacturing(Machinery), Manufacturing(Chemicals/Materials), Manufacturing(Pharmaceutical/Medical Equipment)
Job Description
Our client is a manufacturer and distributor of components for Factory Automation, Press Die and Plastic Mold, Electrical & Wiring Parts, Tools, and Maintenance, Repair, and Operations items. They are currently seeking a Business Planning & Operation Assistant Manager who can bridge sales operations, inventory planning, supplier coordination, and data analysis in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.

The role supports the Business Unit's B2B sales and product development activities, with a primary focus on sales operations, customer support, and execution excellence. The role emphasizes hands-on management of product line-up, demand planning, inventory availability, and supplier coordination to support sales growth. Over time, the incumbent will gain exposure to sales analysis and business improvement initiatives.

Reports to Business Development Manager, Business Unit Division

Responsibilities

1) Business Planning & Analysis
- Analyse sales, inventory, customer and product performance data to identify trends, risks and business opportunities.
- Develop actionable recommendations to improve sales performance, profitability, inventory efficiency and customer experience.
- Support management reviews through preparation of business insights, reports and performance dashboards. .
- Participate in business planning activities and support implementation of strategic initiatives.

2) Product & Commercial Management
- Manage assigned product categories and monitor product performance against business objectives.
- Evaluate product line opportunities and support expansion of product offerings based on market and customer needs.
- Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve product availability, cost competitiveness and overall business performance.
- Support pricing reviews, product positioning and commercial initiatives. Business Process Improvement
- Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance productivity, accuracy and customer service levels.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional improvement projects and business transformation initiatives.
-Drive adoption of reporting tools, automation opportunities and workflow enhancements.

3) Inventory & Demand Management
- Monitor inventory health, stock availability and demand trends.
- Recommend actions to optimise inventory levels, reduce stock risks and improve replenishment planning.
- Review slow-moving inventory and propose corrective actions to improve inventory turnover.

4) Stakeholder Management
- Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Logistics, Finance and suppliers to resolve business issues and support business objectives.
- Influence stakeholders through data-driven recommendations and business insights.
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and ensure timely execution of agreed actions.

Qualifications

Requirement
Requirements & Preferences

(Must)
- Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Data Analytics, Economics or related disciplines.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in Business Operations, Commercial Operations, Category Management, Product Management, Demand Planning, Business Planning or Business Analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse business data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Experience driving process improvements, business initiatives or cross-functional projects.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to understand commercial and operational impacts.
- Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently, challenge existing practices constructively and influence decision-making.

(Advantageous)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Power BI, Tableau or data visualisation experience is advantageous.
English Level
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Other Language
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Additional Information

Benefit
What you will receive
- AWS
- Performance Bonus (Depends on Company and Individual performance)
- Annual Leave (18 days for first year. Increasing 1 day per year up to a maximum of 24 days.)
- Medical Leave
- Medical Insurance Coverage
- Medical Benefit (Claim up to $50 per visit for panel clinics)
- Dental Benefit (Up to $250 per year)
- Specialist Treatment Benefit (Up to $300 per year)
- Complimentary Basic Health Screening and Flu Vaccination yearly
Working Hour
09:00 18:00
Holiday
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Job Function

Business Planning & Operation Assistant Manager