Global Supply Chain Manager

Distribution Resource Planner

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drive Ent to end Supply Chain role for assigned product portfolio across globe with manufacturing plants, subcontractors and suppliers.</li><li>Ensure the availability of Finish Goods and raw materials in the supply chain, as scheduled, and the maintenance of inventory at the established levels. </li><li>They coordinate and integrate the flow of materials and information among suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and customers, identifying opportunities for improving efficiency, effectiveness and capabilities of the supply chain. </li><li>Resources are focused on continuous improvement of the supply and service level as well as the stock healthiness, benchmarks to monitor actual performance against goals and definition of Root causes to drive improvement.</li><li>Actively participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) process providing the supply status, reviewing the demand outlook, and helping to create the S&amp;OP recommendations that is reviewed and approved by the Business, then drive execution of supply plan.</li><li>Help secure end to end alignment of the Signals – Guarantee effective communication upstreams of the Supply Plan / Built plan to follow from the factories and assess / identify constraints Mid Long run.</li><li>Propose and design Scenarios planning to help decisions making</li><li>Managing phase In / Phase Out process execution from a planning perspective on dedicated part of the portfolio</li><li>Manage End to end inventory performance and the identification of revenue risks and opportunities, supporting the decision-making process for potential trade-offs, including allocation of capacity.</li><li>Being a focal point to the Business/Category and market communication on status of supply, assurance of supplies, escalations, and allocation management working closely with Business Customer Care teams, Business Demand Planning Teams as well as the DC logistics teams.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement for owned key performance indicators such as Complete and On Time, Inventory, revenue realization, Order to Cash Lead time, Forecasting Accuracy Lead continuous improvement of trade compliance, Lead and coordinate cross-functional supply chain transformation projects from assessment through execution and stabilization.</li><li>Identify operational gaps, process inefficiencies, organizational constraints, and systemic risks across logistics and supply chain operations.</li><li>Drive structured problem-solving initiatives focused on service improvement, inventory optimization, logistics efficiency, and operational execution.</li><li>Establish Supply Chain governance standards, project tracking mechanisms, escalation processes, and executive reporting cadence.</li><li>Monitor KPIs and operational performance indicators to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Lead workshops, Kaizen events, operational reviews, and transformation discussions with cross-functional stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure accountability and follow-through on action items, project deliverables, and implementation milestones.</li><li>Drive change management initiatives to support adoption of new processes, organizational structures, and operational standards.</li><li>Provide executive-level visibility through structured reporting, performance summaries, and leadership presentations.</li><li>Promote standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement across regional and global supply chain operations.</li></ul> General <ul><li>Data Analysis: Conduct thorough data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, and finance, to achieve project goals.</li><li>Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular reports and documentation to track progress and communicate results to senior management.</li><li>Ensure process adherence and follow - up with ground team to provide an unparalleled delivery experience to customers/ cross functional teams</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or related field from a Tier-1 college.</li></ul> Professional Experience&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong knowledge of US Export Control &amp; CN IM/EX laws and regulations.</li><li>10+ years in supply chain/material planning within manufacturing or OEM</li><li>Minimum 3+ years in a leader role</li><li>Strong skills in planning, forecasting, inventory control, and data analysis</li><li>Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Experience working in a fast-paced, global environment</li><li>Good English communication (verbal and written).</li><li>High level understanding of supply chain concepts- Network, Transportation, Warehousing &amp; Inventory etc.</li><li>Prior working knowledge in Analytics using Analytic tools is a Must</li><li>Must have- Excellent MS PowerPoint and Excel skills</li><li>Preferable- Power Bi, Tableau, SAP, SQL</li><li>APICS, Lean certification, IBF or equivalent certification is a plus</li></ul> Special Qualifications, Knowledge &amp; Skills <ul><li>Ability to perform multiple tasks, adjust quickly in short time frame with limited direct supervision.</li><li>Ability to create rapport with others and build a team environment</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours if necessary</li><li>Can apply first principles thinking to solve problems, Self-motivated and bias for action/ ownership</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication , organizational , motivational and time management skills</li><li>Excellent Facilitation skills</li><li>Want to work with some really smart people , and still raise the bar for all of us</li></ul>

Role Description:&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>The Distribution Resource Planner works alongside the Regional Distribution Planner in guaranteeing uninterrupted supply to customers and/or our client sites by balancing supply, demand and inventory.&nbsp;</li><li>The role serves in active partnership on all supply related questions from business partners (BO Management, Demand Manager, Product Quality, Sales, Logistics, Customers Service, Manufacturing and Supply Planner).&nbsp;</li><li>This person will work closely with Global planning and functionally reports to the Supply Chain Manager.&nbsp;</li></ul> Responsibilities:&nbsp; <ul><li>Inventory: Responsible for administration around inventory movements, manage inventory levels and replenishment orders,you manage aged &amp; blocked inventories, relabeling.&nbsp;</li><li>Furthermore, responsible for monthly reconciliations of inventory levels stored at 3rd party warehouses and consignment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Planning: Monitor the 6-month rolling supply plan for imported products as assigned aligned with the regional planner,understand and execute the key analytics in line with the supply processes to ensure optimal demand &amp; supply balance.&nbsp;</li><li>This includes for example coordination on the drumming schedule and vessel arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Projects &amp; Coordination: Initiate improvement opportunities (processes, tools and knowledge) and support implementation of these pro-actively, including optimization of shipment modes, loads and packaging based on costs and inventory.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>Reporting: Assume responsibility for effective and timely Analysis and Reporting, analyze demand data and measure forecast accuracy, support in the evaluation and maintenance of Safety Stock and Target Inventory numbers for the region and ensures full compliance with Corporate Standard Operating Procedures and all Sarbanes Oxley required processes&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Safety - Comply with our client safety and wellness musts, complete required HSES trainings through TEDS.&nbsp;Actively engage and promote activities that will enhance safety culture&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Short Term Planning - Develop and maintain the 6-12 month rolling supply plan for assigned product lines and be an active partner on all supply questions for business partners (BU Management, Demand Managers, Sales, Logistics, Customer Service and Supply Planners)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Long Term Planning - Actively supports the Supply Manager in developing the 24 month supply plan for assigned product lines.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Demand Verification - Analyze (6 month) demand data, measure forecast accuracy, take appropriate actions, engage with commercial team on forecast changes and document/report out on those&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Analytics - Understand and execute the key analytics in line with the supply processes to achieve optimal demand &amp; supply balance (re-ordering strategy and execution, reacting to changes in demand)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>OPEX - Participate in regional (OpEx) meetings that are being held for the business planning for&nbsp;Metrics - Develop, maintain and review inventory measures and take appropriate actions (a.o. safety stock review, dead stock review, 60-100 day file, EEOA, DQO). Review, understand, and drive improvement in HOC metrics (Metric Pack)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Master Data - Master data analysis and maintenance, reviewing the settings against ever changing environment and achieve right master data settings to enable best planning results&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Knowledge - Actively seeks to increase product and market knowledge, Understand business and product strategies for the product range covered&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Reconciliations - Responsible for monthly reconciliations of inventory levels stored at 3rd party warehouses and ensuring appropriate approvals for adjustments&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> Requirements: Basic Qualifications:&nbsp; <ul><li>Bachelor or Master degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering or related business fields is required&nbsp;</li><li>APICS CPIM or comparable certification is a strong pre, demonstrated experience with planning &amp; inventories&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of Planning or Supply Chain experience in an International environment&nbsp;</li><li>Good analytical skills&nbsp;</li><li>Advanced Excel skills&nbsp;</li><li>Fluent in English is required, both verbal and written.</li><li>Additional languages are a plus Preferred Qualifications:&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with SAP / ERP system is a plus.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Work structured and methodologically in a constant changing environment&nbsp;</li><li>Self-starter, results orientated and independent thinker – always looking for improvement opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to assemble info to make a big picture, while also able to dive into the underlying details&nbsp;</li><li>Customer focused, pro-active&nbsp;</li><li>Adhere to health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, other staff and visitors</li></ul>

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