Manage the MPS/MRP process and resolve exceptions in accordance with IBP rules.
Master production plan 13-week horizon/ 1 week/ daily release for production plant/ cells while keeping in line with agreements made on capacity.
Finite production and capacity planning based on factory calendar and EBQs. Make sure the Rough Cut Capacity Plan (RCCP) process and planned production capability exceptions for Supply Points are managed (x production sites and relevant tollers/TPMs).
Release production orders to the site in line with agreements made with the site. Review schedule adherence and drive improvement.
Manage demand exceptions with Scheduler and SP Manager. Support the site schedulers and site with analyses when needed to create visibility.
Work together with customer service / sales to understand customer requirements and incorporate this in the production plan.
Drive gate keeping meetings with the other departments and support with providing relevant KPI’s to measure performance.
Provide impact analysis when needed to show the impact of decisions or scenarios to the plan. Support on reporting where necessary.
Balance service level (OTIF) and inventory targets (OWC), whilst understanding cost impacts on manufacturing.
Manage reduction and prevention of slow and obsolete stock. Ensure rework and scrapping at the site/primary DC.
Inputs to inventory strategy including safety stock settings on existing, new and phase-out products.
Ensure master data correctness & proper housekeeping of transactional data.
Support projects and process improvement to enhance performance and efficiency of the required planning activities.
Job Requirement
University Education (e.g. Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other relevant discipline) with Bachelor 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
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