Supply Planning Lead

Responsibilities:

• Build the Supply plan of International Distribution (LID) South Asia based on the validated sales forecasts, the co-packing plan and the stocks and supply/procurement parameters, together with Supply Planner.
• Be the key contact of S&OP teams to address the mid and long term issues concerning supply.
• Validate the stock and supply parameters according to the objectives of service rate, costs and global targeted stock.
• Ensure the timely and consistent replenishment process through the evaluation of the shortage risks and by managing priorities with S&OP.
• Lead supply planning team towards adherence to targets set on supply fulfillment, stock level, obsolete and slow movers. 
• Set the direction on action plans necessary to address the risks and opportunities on these metrics.
• Decrease shortages and overstocks through close coordination with Demand Planning, Commercial, Marketing to understand risks and opportunities impacting supply plan and stock management.
• Manage L4TF ( for the Future) targets particularly on CO2 emission and No Waste which are correlated to supply planning initiatives

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of similar experience handling wide range of data 
• Analytical mindset
• Cultural awareness of regional stakeholders  
• Proficient Excel skills, hands on experience with SAP system is required
• Good communication skills and sensitivity to business
• Strong leadership skills