Associate Specialist, Supply Chain Management (ELDP - Early Leadership Development Program)

1. Role Overview

The Supply Chain Early Leadership Development Program (ELDP) develops future leaders through two one-year rotational assignments, cross-functional exposure, coaching, and hands-on learning.

For the first-year rotation assignment, the Associate Specialist will take on the role of a Demand Fulfilment Planner, supporting end-to-end order fulfilment, supply coordination, and customer service performance. This assignment provides strong foundational skills in supply chain execution before progressing to Year 2 rotations (e.g., Logistics, Trade Compliance, Advanced Analytics, Digital Twin, RPA).

2. Year 1 Rotation Assignment - Demand Fulfilment Planner

Fulfilment & Order Management Support

• Monitor and coordinate customer orders from receipt to delivery to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

• Support fulfilment planning by consolidating partner forecasts and aligning with internal supply plans.

• Track order status, shipment timelines and proactively highlight potential delays or issues.

• Work closely with Order Management and Shipping Documentation teams to ensure orders and system transactions are up to date.

• Support escalation and communication of order-related issues to relevant stakeholders.

Supply Coordination

• Assist in ensuring sufficient supply for confirmed orders through timely communication with site planners and regional fulfilment teams.

• Support preparation of reports related to supply status, OTIF performance, and allocation when required.

2.3 Alliance Partner Planning Support

• Collaborate with Alliance teams on routine order and supply updates.

• Support data collection and maintenance of partner's replenishment and order information.

• Assist in preparation of monthly or quarterly review decks and performance summaries for Alliance partners.

2.4 Systems & Process Excellence

• Maintain data accuracy in SAP (S4) and IBP

• Ensure order parameters and product master data are accurate and up to date.

• Participate in system or process improvement initiatives, user testing and data validation when required.

Reporting & Administrative Support

• Generate routine reports on order fulfilment, delivery performance, and stock status.

• Support the preparation of documentation for audits, governance, and KPI reviews.

• Maintain clean and organized records for assigned partners and products.

2.6 Key Interfaces

• Alliance/Commercial teams

• Demand Fulfilment Planning teams

• Supply Chain Operation teams

• Site Planning Teams

• Order Management & Shipping Documentation team

• Distribution & Logistics teams

• Regulatory teams

• Finance teams

3. Year 2 Developmental Rotations (Examples)

Based on business needs and developmental fit, Year 2 assignment may include rotations in:

• Demand Planning & Supply Planning

• Logistics & Trade Compliance

• Advanced Analytics, Digital Twin and Robotic Process Automation

• Distribution & Network Operations

Rotations provide opportunities for building technical depth, cross-functional capability, and leadership skills.

4. Program Development Components

• Coaching and mentoring by senior leaders

• Structured technical and soft-skill learning curriculum

• Networking and cross-functional collaboration

• Participation in process-improvement or digital-transformation projects

• Opportunities to contribute to social responsibility and environmental initiatives

5. Required Skills & Attributes

5.1 Functional Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order/data processing

• Basic analytical skills proficiency in Excel and willingness to learn digital tools

• Interest in supply chain systems (SAP, IBP) and automation technologies

• Customer-centric mindset with proactive problem-solving

Soft Skills

• Good communication and presentation skills

• Ability to collaborate across markets and functions

• Adaptability and willingness to work in a fast-changing environment

• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or related discipline

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in supply chain or order fulfilment preferred

• Experience with ERP or planning systems (SAP, IBP, or equivalent) is an advantage

• Fresh graduates with strong aptitude for supply chain operations may also be considered

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