Resource Planning Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Planning Specialist to support business operations through forecasting, capacity planning, budgeting, scheduling, and performance analysis. The role is responsible for developing data-driven plans that optimize resources, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic decision-making across the organization.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel/data skills, and experience collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term operational and financial plans
• Prepare forecasts for demand, workforce, inventory, and capacity
• Monitor KPIs and analyze operational performance trends
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Coordinate planning activities across departments
• Identify capacity constraints, operational risks, and efficiency opportunities
• Build and maintain dashboards, planning models, and reports
• Track actual performance versus forecast and explain variances
• Support S&OP and resource allocation processes
• Improve planning methodologies and automation processes
• Conduct scenario analysis and provide recommendations to management
• Ensure data accuracy and reporting consistency
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align planning assumptions and priorities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Supply Chain
  • Finance
  • Operations Management
  • or related field
• 2–5+ years of experience in planning, operations, supply chain, or FP&A
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience with:
• Power BI
• SQL
• Python
• Forecasting models
• Capacity planning
• Data visualization
• Knowledge of KPI frameworks and operational analytics
• Experience in e-commerce, logistics, manufacturing, or retail operations
• Familiarity with budgeting and cost optimization processes