About this role
The associate will collaborate cross functionally with members of the domain PODs to ensure accurate demand plans and forecasts are developed by each category at the starting of the year. Manage internal stakeholders to ensure demand plans are developed accurately in line with the business requirement and resolve any impediments if required.
Further the associate will also ensure that the working capital Supply Chain KPIs are in line with the defined targets.
As part of the Demand Planning Chapter, the associate will also identify best market practices, ensure consistency in sharing of best practices across the chapter members and Opcos
The Associate will work closely with the Principal – Demand Planning and Global Lead Planning & Fulfilment to achieve targeted outcomes as defined by the leadership.
Job Outcomes / Results
• Achieve respective squad & CoE outcomes • Perform consolidation of local demand for respective category • Improve demand forecast accuracy for Opcos • Monitor demand forecast drivers for the category • Ensure accurate demand consolidation from the Opcos • Develop the sourcing calendar • Generate effective cost savings • Improve service delivery and TAT • Manage working capital effectively • Ensure adequate working capital is available • Maintain minimum variance between demand forecasts and budgets • Foster business partnerships with internal stakeholders
Skills and Experience
Education:
• Minimum 4-year Academic Degree (Supply Chain Management/ Business Finance / BSc: Computer Science Degree preferred) • Post graduate degree in Supply Chain Management and / or equivalent Professional qualification (Preferred)
Experience:
• 3- 5 years relevant working experience • 2 -3 years of relevant working experience in Demand planning, forecasting and working cap. management • Experience in the demand forecasting and analysis • Experience in order management, working capital management and fulfillment • Understanding of emerging telecom/ supply chain practices and trends • Experience working in a medium to large organization, managing Demand planning, forecasting and working capital. • Experience working across global locations/ regions and have a grasp of political, social, infrastructure challenges • Experience in SAP, ARIBA, or a major ERP System(s) (Preferably Oracle) • Experience in continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices (SCM)
Industry / Certifications (Advantageous):
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) • Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) • Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF) (preferred) • Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification • SCOR – Supply Chain Operations Reference certification
Values (Our Culture)
We at MTN are a purpose and value-led organization. At MTN, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, everyday. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood and empowered to live an inspired life.
Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.
As an organization, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us!
Our commitments go beyond an organizational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realize our shared goals.
Our Live Y’ello values:
• Lead with Care • Can-do with Integrity • Collaborate with Agility • Serve with Respect • Act with Inclusion