Planner at Akzo Nobel N.V - Netherlands

, , China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production Planning, Inventory Management, Problem-Solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Data Analysis, Capacity Planning, Demand Management, KPI Measurement, Process Improvement, Master Data Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Flexibility, Results Focused

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

About AkzoNobel Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com © 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Job Responsibilities Long Description Short Description Job Purpose Job purpose Key Accountabilities1 Distribution Requirements Planning: Manage the supply and replenishments across the whole supply network & review mid term and long term outlook of the supply plan against resources and warehouse capacities. Ensure consolidation of independent, dependent and distribution demand at SKU level. Requirements inventory setting and DRP process management. Resolve exceptions in accordance with IBP rules. Distribution plan full horizon/ weekly/ daily release for Stock Transfer Orders / ICDs depending on the flows. Inventory plan volume and value projection and warehouse/ logistics capacity planning. Reviews logistics schedule adherence and drive improvement including optimization of truck load management. Manage demand exceptions with Demand managers/planner, logistics and Supply Planning Manager. Drive gate keeping meetings with the other departments and support with providing relevant KPI’s to measure performance. Provide impact analysis when needed to show the impact of decisions or scenarios to the plan. Support on reporting where necessary. Balance service level (OTIF) and inventory targets (OWC) at the primary and/or secondary DC’s, while understanding cost impacts on manufacturing. Manage reduction and prevention of slow and obsolete stock. Ensure rework and scrapping at the primary and/or secondary DC’s Monitor FINI distributed to DCs as contact point to resolve over/under stock position. Execute and support allocation of constraint supply to demand/ create needed visibility through network. Inputs to inventory strategy on existing, new and phase-out products. Ensure master data correctness & proper housekeeping of transactional data. Support projects and process improvement to enhance performance and efficiency of the required planning activities. Key Accountabilities2 Production Planning Manage the MPS/MRP process and resolve exceptions in accordance with IBP rules. Master production plan release for production plant/ cells while keeping in line with agreements made on capacity. Finite production and capacity planning based on factory calendar and EBQs. Make sure the Rough Cut Capacity Plan (RCCP) process and planned production capability exceptions for Supply Points are managed (x production sites and relevant tollers/TPMs). Release production orders to the site in line with agreements made with the site. Review schedule adherence and drive improvement. Manage demand exceptions with Scheduler and SP Manager. Support the site schedulers and site with analyses when needed to create visibility. Work together with DRP Planners to understand customer requirements and incorporate this in the production plan. Drive gate keeping meetings with the other departments and support with providing relevant KPI’s to measure performance. Provide impact analysis when needed to show the impact of decisions or scenarios to the plan. Support on reporting where necessary. Balance service level (OTIF) and inventory targets (OWC), whilst understanding cost impacts on manufacturing. Manage reduction and prevention of slow and obsolete stock. Ensure rework and scrapping at the site/primary DC. Inputs to inventory strategy including safety stock settings on existing, new and phase-out products. Ensure master data correctness & proper housekeeping of transactional data. Experience University Education (e.g. Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other relevant discipline) with Degree or equivalent qualification Focused on results Good problem-solving skills, able to identify and structure issues, run accurate analyses and synthesize recommendations Strong desire to challenge and improve status-quo Strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and able to work under-pressure Fluent and able to work in English. Understanding and sensitivity to different cultural behaviours. Education EducationCompetencies Accepting DirectionAccepting ResponsibilityAcquiring InformationAt AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. Requisition ID: 48778

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Responsibilities

The Planner is responsible for managing supply and replenishments across the supply network, ensuring demand is consolidated at the SKU level. Additionally, they will manage production planning processes and resolve exceptions while balancing service levels and inventory targets.