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WanTing Cai
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WanTing Cai

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Demand Supply PlannerSenior PlannerDemand PlannerSenior Demand PlannerSupply Planner

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site
Location: SG
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$98000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsCareer advancement

Summary

Results-driven Supply Chain and Demand & Supply Planning professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning, order management, and sales planning within a multinational chemical organization. Proven ability to align demand forecasts with production and logistics planning, optimize inventory levels, and ensure seamless supply chain execution. Recognized for strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel expertise, and the ability to navigate complex, dynamic environments while driving operational efficiency and stakeholder alignment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
13
13
Certification

Work History

Senior Planner (Sales Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
Singapore
06.2022 - Current
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic planning initiatives.
  • Oversaw supply chain optimization projects, improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
  • Managed long-term forecasting processes to align production with market demand trends.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring adherence to timelines and resource allocation.
  • Mentored junior planners, enhancing team capabilities in data analysis and project management.
  • Lead end-to-end sales planning and allocation to ensure optimal supply-demand balance and support monthly market offerings
  • Consolidate and analyze rolling forecasts, aligning with budget and netback optimization strategies
  • Adjust production plans in collaboration with suppliers to meet sales demand and maximize profitability
  • Develop and execute off-take plans, optimizing hub allocation and minimizing logistics costs
  • Monitor multi-location inventory levels to ensure supply continuity and prevent disruptions
  • Provide timely marketing allocation and forward forecasts to support sales planning decisions
  • Prepare regular reports on plant status and production progress for senior management
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes and deliverables for various initiatives.

Key Achievements:

  • Improved allocation efficiency and reduced logistics costs through optimized planning strategies
  • Maintained stable supply continuity despite fluctuating production conditions and external constraints

Planner (Sales Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
Singapore
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • Transitioned from transportation to sales planning, taking ownership of demand forecasting and allocation
  • Analyzed sales forecasts and aligned production planning with supplier capabilities
  • Developed off-take strategies and monitored execution against production output
  • Partnered with Sales teams to communicate allocation decisions and manage expectations
  • Supported inventory planning and ensured accurate stock positioning across regions

Key Contributions:

  • Strengthened collaboration between Sales and Supply Chain functions
  • Improved supply visibility to support better planning and decision-making

Planner (Transportation Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
Singapore
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Managed end-to-end off-take planning and purchase order creation with accurate logistics details
  • Coordinated shipment planning including shipping line allocation, ETA scheduling, and container management
  • Monitored shipment execution, booking status, and on-board tracking
  • Maintained inventory accuracy across systems and conducted reconciliation
  • Supported investigation and resolution of customer complaints

Senior Planning Assistant (Transportation Planning

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
Singapore
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Supported transportation planning operations including off-take planning and shipment coordination
  • Performed inventory reconciliation to ensure system accuracy between warehouse and SAP
  • Verified supplier invoices and supported timely payment processing
  • Prepared logistics documentation to ensure smooth order fulfillment

Planning Assistant (Order Management)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
Singapore
02.2010 - 06.2016
  • Supported order management processes including GATP allocation monitoring and delivery tracking
  • Performed inventory reconciliation and stock movement postings in SAP
  • Verified supplier invoices and ensured documentation accuracy
  • Prepared reports and maintained master data for operational efficiency
  • Assisted in shipment coordination and documentation for timely clearance

Education

High School Diploma -

Kaplan Inc.
Singapore
02-2019

Skills

  • Demand & Supply Planning
  • Sales Forecasting & Allocation
  • Transportation & Logistics Planning
  • Inventory Management & Reconciliation
  • Off-take Planning & Purchase Order Management
  • SAP (Material Master, PO, Inventory Systems)
  • Advanced Excel & Data Analysis
  • Cross-functional Stakeholder Management
  • Process Improvement & Problem Solving

Certification

  • Certificate of Completion – Data Analytics Using Power BI
  • Statement of Attainment - ICT-SNA-4011-1.1 Emerging Technology Synthesis-4
  • Certificate of Attendance – Essentials of Finance & Management Accounting for Non-Finance Professionals
  • Certificate of Attendance – Container Logistics
  • Certificate of Completion – Excel VBA Macro
  • Certificate of Completion – The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Signature Program 4.0)
  • ICIS Training – Petrochemicals Part I: In-depth Introduction
  • ICIS Training – Chemical Logistics and Distribution
  • Certificate of Attendance – Letters of Credit (International Trade Finance)
  • Certificate of Attendance – Dynamic Business Simulations for Intelligent Decisions
  • Statement of Attainment – Problem Solving & Decision Making (Operational Level)
  • Certificate of Achievement – Effective Business Writing Skills

Timeline

Senior Planner (Sales Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
06.2022 - Current

Planner (Sales Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
07.2019 - 06.2022

Planner (Transportation Planning)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
07.2017 - 06.2019

Senior Planning Assistant (Transportation Planning

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
07.2016 - 06.2017

Planning Assistant (Order Management)

Sumitomo Chemical Asia Pte Ltd
02.2010 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

Kaplan Inc.
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