Senior Supply Chain Planner

Job Purpose: A Supply Chain Planner, plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the demand and supply synchronization, ensuring optimal inventory levels, and driving operational excellence within the Company’s supply chain. Primary responsibility will involve leveraging Oracle Fusion modules for demand forecasting and supply planning while actively leading the S&OP processes. Responsibilities: 1. Demand Forecasting via Oracle Fusion Demand Planning Module • Conduct historical baseline corrections to refine demand forecasts. • Incorporate miscellaneous issues affecting demand patterns. • Integrate LTO & Promotional volumes based on discussions with Central supply chain and Marketing, considering absolute cannibalization. • Adjust system recommendations to accommodate brand uplifts and upcoming NSOs (New Store Opening). • Maintain the highest level of forecast accuracy two months in advance (M-2), employing thorough analysis to identify and address any deviations from the norm. 2. Supply Planning via Oracle Fusion Supply Planning Module • Utilize the approved Systems Demand Plan to execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) through Oracle Fusion. • Generate Purchase requisitions at SKU and Supplier levels to maintain optimal inventory levels. • Analyze supply gaps and devise alternative plans for effective mitigation. 3. Exception Management • Address potential expiry risks using the supply plan, ensuring proactive measures are in place. • Efficiently oversee SKU transitions, ensuring timely activation and deactivation to maintain the utmost accuracy of restaurant orders. • Understand and strategize for Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOBs) inventory, taking necessary action plans. 4. S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) • Lead and facilitate S&OP meetings at both market and brand levels on monthly basis. • Manage Inventory Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring alignment with business objectives. • Drive LTO/Promotion Planning, guaranteeing 100% Raw Material (RM) availability for timely promotions. • Oversee SKU transitions to ensure operational excellence. • Implement depletion plans to reduce SLOBs and mitigate potential expiry risks. Qualification: • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field. • Proven experience in supply chain planning and project management. • Proficiency in Oracle Fusion and advanced Excel skills. Experience: • 5+ years of experience in a multinational company (preferred). • Knowledge of other supply chain management software. Skills: • Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills • Ability to work in a matrix environment with multiple business functions • Proven ability to influence change • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to influence and foster collaborative relationships with the ability to engage resources outside of direct control to gain consensus, meet deadlines and achieve goals and objectives. • Action oriented – able to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. • Technologically savvy with a keen interest in leveraging new tools and technologies. • Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Show more Show less