Plan production, purchase and distribution of Finished Goods with a high level of understanding the trade-offs between service, inventory and costs.
The role requires a comprehensive understanding of existing and future capacity plans/constraints (RCCP) at the manufacturing plant and distribution network, and knowledge of how production capacity can be flexed to meet demand.
Manage exceptions and other planning activities to ensure SEMI/FINI availability for the master production plan in line with MRP parameters and supplier contracts.
Ensure the right network settings (e.g. production/distribution throughout times) and replenishment models are correctly applied in the planning system.
Ensure master data correctness & proper housekeeping of transactional data.
Ensure good communication and integration with other planning teams, manufacturing (scheduling), logistics, customer care and other stakeholders.
Drive MDI meeting & gate keeping meetings with other departments and support with providing relevant KPI’s to measure performance.
Support projects and process improvement to enhance performance and efficiency of the required planning activities (SLOBs, Inventories and Service across scope site/ supply points)
Job Requirement
University Education (e.g. Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other relevant discipline) with Degree or equivalent qualification
Focused on results
Good problem-solving skills, able to identify and structure issues, run accurate analyses and synthesize recommendations
Strong desire to challenge and improve status-quo
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and able to work under-pressure
Fluent and able to work in English. Understanding and sensitivity to different cultural behaviours.
At least 1-year experience in Supply Planning in FMCG, Paint/Coating or Retail