About this role
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Capacity and Demand Management
Optimize the utilization of existing production capacity to meet demand by effectively balancing demand requirements with available capacity.
- Regularly review capacity and demand to identify potential gaps, constraints, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with Production and Marketing teams to address capacity constraints and develop appropriate solutions.
- Review and optimize Planned Orders to support stable production, improve operational efficiency, and maximize capacity utilization.
- Inventory Management
Maintain inventory levels in line with agreed inventory targets and business requirements.
- Regularly review inventory levels across all SKUs and take appropriate actions to address potential overstock or stock shortage risks.
- Adjust Planned Orders as required to maintain inventory at optimal target levels.
- Effectively allocate Planned Orders between local and export requirements to ensure balanced supply and demand fulfillment.
- New Product Development (NPD) Planning
Ensure supply planning activities support the timely execution and launch of New Product Development (NPD) projects.
- Maintain and update New Product Launch (NPL) information in the relevant planning systems.
- Monitor the expected arrival of new Raw Materials and Packaging Materials (RMPM) required for new products.
- Review and confirm production and machine capacity availability to support NPD timelines and product launches.
- Proactively identify and escalate potential supply or capacity risks that may impact NPD schedules.
- Raw and Packaging Material Supply Management
Ensure the continuous and timely availability of Raw Materials and Packaging Materials (RMPM) to support production requirements.
- Regularly review the RMPM Hot List and coordinate appropriate actions with relevant stakeholders to mitigate supply risks.
- Monitor and review supplier performance to ensure reliability, service levels, and supply continuity.
- Conduct regular meetings and maintain effective communication with suppliers and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve supply issues and improve performance.
- Price Variance and Supplier Management
Manage and maintain price variance in line with agreed targets and business objectives.
- Develop and maintain appropriate supplier strategies, including maintaining multiple qualified suppliers for fast-moving and strategic materials where applicable.
- Review supplier allocation and sourcing strategies to optimize cost, supply reliability, and price variance.
- Conduct regular monthly reviews of Raw Material and Packaging Material price variance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Work closely with Procurement and relevant stakeholders to support cost optimization and supply continuity.
OUR PERFECT CANDIDATE
- Holds a minimum Bachelor's degree, preferably in Science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
- Has a minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Planning or other relevant Supply Chain roles.
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of Demand and Supply Planning processes, including capacity and inventory management.
- Has a good understanding of Export and Import processes and their impact on supply planning.
- Possesses strong knowledge of Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, and supplier management.
- Is proficient in SAP S/4HANA or other planning systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrates strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Has strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.