MUST HAVES
Should have worked in an FMCG set-up
Experience working with SAP
Proven experience as a Supply Planner or Similar role
Role Purpose
Accountable for the DIH of finished goods, In full-service level and timely delivery of launches and projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategy
Co-define and jointly execute the supply planning strategy under the supervision of the materials manager while actively validating supplier capacities & constraints in line with projected business plans.
Process Control
Actively participate and provide inputs in the pre-S&OP meetings to inform business decisions for the CU.
Prepare monthly import/purchase plans and communicate in a timely manner to the Hubs/PCs.
Consolidate net demands from East Africa export countries and upload to them to the NDF booklet in a timely manner.
Liaise with Hubs/PCs to confirm availability of firmed orders and communicate in time to the business and export distributors.
Manage the stock holding for finished goods within the targeted DIH values.
Actively manage and communicate the phase out phase in process to the entire team. Communicate GTIN changes that may necessitate product re-listing and strive to achieve minimal left over write off costs.
Manage the import documentation process and ensure all required documents are provided to the relevant authorities in good time.
Track and provide on a monthly SIT stock status to supply chain controlling.
Customer Service
Identify and communicate any supply bottle necks three months prior & actively provide alternative solutions.
Ensure constant communication with Hubs, 3PMs and source PCs.
Actively communicate and provide documentation to the warehouse, LSP and QA on expected deliveries prior to their arrival.
Actively communicate and provide documentation to the warehouse, LSP and QA on expected deliveries prior to their arrival.
IIM Projects & Master data
Actively coordinate local team members to deliver on value engineering projects on a time.
Regularly update the management team members on the progress of IIM projects.
Coordinate local team members to maintain product master data on time for completion of projects.
Maintain materials’, vendors’ master data, info records and source lists in PE2 as per BPP.
Performance Monitoring
Monitor and report performance on;
SL IF, FCA M3 & M1, Forecast Bias & Lead time.
ICP development/variations.
Clearing agent performance.
Duty structure development
OOS & Supply situation on imported SKUs
Key Interfaces
Internal:
Warehouse
Quality Assurance
Controlling
External:
Suppliers
Clearing agents
Government agencies
Knowledge, skills and experience
Relevant University degree with minimum 2 years ‘experience within supply chain.
SAP key user
Strong analytical, communication, decision making and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Apply to: Talent@workforceafrica.co with the subject as Supply Planner
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Talent@workforceafrica.co
