Demand and Supply Planning Coordinator

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sorbet Island is a growing wholesale apparel company with an established presence in

European and global markets. Known for its unique product attributes, sustainable fabrics

and fashion designs, we cater to a broad customer base and engage in high-profile trade

shows to promote our products and strengthen our market presence.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The
DEMAND & SUPPLY PLANNING COORDINATOR
will be responsible for

managing the entire production cycle, from raw material procurement to final product

delivery. This role requires close collaboration with the in-house fashion designer, sales

team, and external manufacturers. You will play a key role in demand planning, ensuring

that raw materials, packaging, and final products are delivered on time to meet

production schedules. Additionally, you will oversee the coordination with third-party

manufacturers and manage the logistics of transportation and delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Planning & Coordination:

• Demand Planning: Collaborate with the sales department to forecast demand

based on actual orders and projected sales, ensuring accurate production

scheduling.

• Raw Material Management: Coordinate the procurement and delivery of all raw

materials (fabric, trims, accessories) in alignment with production needs,

ensuring availability to meet production timelines working closely with the

Fashion Product Designer team.

• Third-Party Manufacturer Coordination: Act as the main point of contact for

third-party manufacturers, managing production schedules, ensuring raw

materials are delivered on time, and resolving any production issues that arise.

• Production Scheduling: Create detailed production schedules based on

forecasted demand, actual orders, and material availability, ensuring alignment

with capacity at third-party manufacturers.

• Production Order Tracking: Monitor and track production progress, ensuring

that orders are completed and delivered within agreed-upon timelines.

• Packaging Material Coordination: Ensure that all packaging materials are

ordered, delivered, and ready for use in line with production and shipping

schedules.

• Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory levels of both raw

materials and finished products, ensuring optimal stock levels to prevent

production delays.

• Quality Control: Sampling check quality control to ensure quality standards of

finished products

• Product Feasibility Check: evaluating whether a new product idea is viable

from specification perspectives before investing significant resources into

development and launch

Collaboration & Communication:

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with the in-house fashion

designer to understand production requirements and ensure that all design

specifications are communicated to the manufacturing partners.

• Sales Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team to ensure alignment

between sales forecasts, actual orders, and production plans.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Minimum education: degrees and/or certifications in the supply chain or production

management

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English

Experience required: Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of supply & demand planning

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a

related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in production planning, supply chain & demand planning

coordination, preferably within the fashion or apparel industry.

• Strong understanding of fashion manufacturing processes and experience

coordinating with third-party manufacturers.

• Proficiency in demand planning and production scheduling tools (SoftOne, Excel,

or similar).

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a strong ability to manage

deadlines and production timelines.

• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with internal teams (design,

sales) and external partners (suppliers, manufacturers).

• Problem-solving abilities to address production or supply chain issues promptly.
• Knowledge of logistics, transportation, and inventory management.
• Proficient knowledge of English, both written and oral to effectively interact with

external partners and suppliers.