Regional Supply Planner

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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

As Regional Supply Planner you will be responsible for the Replenishment and Supply Management Processes within the EMEA region. The scope of the role is extending across large geographies, various platforms and large revenues across EMEA. You will perform an important role in the continuity of the supply to provide finished products at agreed service levels to customers in EMEA, while optimizing finished goods inventory investment and inventory risk at the regional level.

As Regional Supply Planner you will be responsible for the Replenishment and Supply Management Processes within the EMEA region. The scope of the role is extending across large geographies, various platforms and large revenues across EMEA. You will perform an important role in the continuity of the supply to provide finished products at agreed service levels to customers in EMEA, while optimizing finished goods inventory investment and inventory risk at the regional level.

• Main responsibilities will include:
• Develop and maintain the material forecasts used for planning purposes.
• Provide guidance to the regions on business strategy and inventory levels, recommend replenishment models, and ensure alignment with agreed to business decisions globally.
• Translates business / supply chain / inventory needs into supply needs.
• Run the scheduling and inventory control of the assigned product groups. Define the appropriate manufacturing strategy for their product portfolio aligned with manufacturing practices.
• Assist in the implementation of go-to-market plans, specifically establishing initial stocking quantities, target inventory levels at distribution center locations, lead product changes and support launches.
• Ensure the supply of materials meet all requirements and minimum stock levels to ensure production continuity to meet customer demand, production build targets, and finished goods safety stock.
• Focus on process improvements and planning system expertise in order to facilitate excellent customer service and asset management.
• About you
• University degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Business or related field.
• Any formal training or certification around Integrated Business Planning will be an added advantage.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Good interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to interact efficiently with different levels in the organization, passion for excellence and driving continuous improvement.