Job Description for Assistant Manager, Supply Chain Analyst
Demand & Supply Planning planner is be involved in the supply chain planning of OBFS business that includes demand & supply management, inventory management, other related activities that includes growth/support projects.
- The individual will work cross-functionally to develop and execute the demand plan while constructing a sound supply plan that maximizes customer service at an optimal cost-to-serve.
- The individual will collaborate the related functions across the value chain and lead the attainment of key supply chain planning performance metrics in customer service, forecast accuracy, inventory and cost/budget.
Demand Management:
- Perform demand analysis and drive forecast accuracy through proven demand planning techniques including statistical modelling, consumption analysis, events management (e.g. launches & promotions) and collaborative planning & replenishment process, etc.
- Align operations, sourcing and brand managers to achieve cross-functional focus with an integrated operating plan to achieve business and financial goals Supply Management:
- Carry out supply plan, in collaboration with Sales, Brand, Sourcing, Operations & Suppliers to support the demand plan and achieve customer service targets while meeting inventory goals.
- Track and communicate the supply plan attainment and during supply constrained periods, initiate supply prioritization & develop action plan to minimize customer service impact.
- Ensure accurate supply chain parameters and data in related enterprise resource and supply chain planning systems
- Partner with all related functions including Tech team, Finance, Sourcing & Logistics, etc. to ensure supply planning excellence. Inventory Management
- Provide scenario planning for inventory analysis to drive reduction of short shelf life, excess, ageing & obsolete stock to contribute to cash-flow improvements and profit optimization
- Drive optimization of inventory in partnership with other functions Supply Chain Excellence Project
- Facilitate and support execution of strategic projects including new product introduction, cost improvement projects, digital transformation and DC excellence initiatives, etc.
Job Requirement:
- More than 5 years of relevant supply chain management experience from a Retail/ FMCG industry.
- Relevant experience in owning and handling the end-to-end supply and demand forecasting and execution along with multiple stakeholders (sales, marketing, finance).
- Relevant experience in root-cause analysis, scenario modeling is preferred.
- Good knowledge on supply chain concepts, statistical forecasting and integrated demand & supply planning process
- Knowledge in International trade is preferred.
- Proficient in MS Excel and other MS office applications
- Enterprise IT knowledge – User-knowledge in SAP ERP and Advanced Planning with strong inclination towards IT adaptation to drive productivity and operation excellence
- Business acumen – Strong appreciation of business & financial principles and ability to translate commercial and customer strategies into supply chain operating goals
- Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills – Meticulous and strong with numbers. Ability to convert insights from data analysis into diagnostic and action, or solution
- Proven ability to foster collaboration and build consensus across functions, and operate autonomously to achieve results and business objectives.
- Sound Organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
- Communication skills – Effective verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills. Can communicate with people from multiple business units at multiple levels.
