Supply Chain Planner

Roles and responsibilities

Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for creating and managing the supply planning process within the FMCG distribution industry for food products. They will work closely with Demand Planner, Clearing & Forwarding, Warehouse and Finance teams to ensure that Supply planning is accurate and aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and reconcile pending orders to maintain in-bound accuracy
• Applying permits required and follow up on the approval to have seamless operations
• Surveillance on certification validity with regulatory team
• Managing end-to-end logistics requirement pertaining to Business scope
• Co-packing initiation and follow up with all the stakeholders involved
• Managing end-to-end shipment tracking and recording of shipment lead time
• Resolving shipment discrepancies to follow TAT agreement
• Monitor Band principal performance Via scorecard

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of Supply Planning experience within FMCG industry.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Experience in similar industry with end-to-end supply chain understanding.
• Knowledge of Oracle ERP and other software packages including Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address issues proactively.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, including S&OP and inventory optimization.

Desired candidate profile

1. Demand Forecasting

• Data Analysis: The ability to analyze historical data, trends, and market conditions to predict future demand for products.
• Statistical Tools and Techniques: Familiarity with forecasting models such as moving averages, exponential smoothing, and regression analysis to create accurate demand forecasts.
• Collaboration: Working closely with sales, marketing, and production teams to gather input and refine demand predictions based on market intelligence and customer insights.

2. Inventory Management

• Stock Control: Ensuring that the right amount of inventory is available at the right time to meet demand while minimizing excess stock or stockouts.
• Replenishment Strategies: Setting up inventory reorder points, safety stock levels, and lead times to avoid shortages or overstock situations.
• Inventory Optimization: Using techniques such as Just-in-Time (JIT) or Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) to maintain an optimal balance between inventory cost and service levels.

3. Supply Chain Optimization

• Process Improvement: Continuously analyzing and improving the efficiency of supply chain processes, from procurement to distribution, to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Supplier Management: Ensuring that suppliers can meet demand requirements, including monitoring lead times, capacity, and quality.
• Logistics Coordination: Efficiently managing transportation and warehousing to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.

4. ERP & Supply Chain Management Software

• ERP Systems: Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics to manage inventory, orders, and data flows within the organization.
• Supply Chain Planning Tools: Familiarity with specialized supply chain planning software (e.g., Kinaxis RapidResponse, JDA, and demand planning modules) to optimize procurement, inventory, and production schedules.
• Data Visualization: Using tools like Microsoft Excel, Tableau, or Power BI to analyze and present supply chain data effectively.

5. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

• Root Cause Analysis: The ability to identify underlying issues in supply chain disruptions, such as inventory shortages, production delays, or logistical challenges.
• Decision Making: Making data-driven decisions to balance conflicting priorities, such as cost reduction versus inventory availability or customer service levels.
• Adaptability: Quickly adapting to changing market conditions, customer demands, and supply chain disruptions, such as raw material shortages or transportation bottlenecks.