Description -

 Applies developed subject matter knowledge to solve common and complex business issues within established guidelines and recommends appropriate alternatives. Works on problems of diverse complexity and scope. May act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process. Exercises independent judgment within generally defined policies and practices to identify and select a solution. Ability to handle most unique situations. May seek advice to make decisions on complex business issues.

Perform demand and supply planning activities within a sub-region or Region.This position is part of Service Supply Chain Organization, reporting directly to the SSC PC Planning Manager This position will be responsible to execute processes of Network planning, E & O, Buy/sell, Vendor interaction and governance of the Demand & Supply Plan within Service Supply Chain. 

Responsibilities

Manages a broad range of moderately complex supply chain processes, such as demand, Supply planning activities for multiple SKUs, ensuring that performance (inventory, cost, service level etc.) meets the overall business needs, including but not limited to: Demand Forecasting, Supply Planning,  E & O material management, successful launch and positing of material to support new product launches, EOSL material management, LTB’s and monitoring and risk management of same.Execute planning actions to support supply chain requirements throughout the part lifecycle.Responsible to achieve a balanced performance of parts availability/customer experience and cost/inventory.Back-order analysis and management.Collaborates with regions and global teams to create / enhance business process.Regular reviews of business metrics and driving actions to meet/exceed goals.To work closely with Ops management teams to assure LOF and other service material supply requirements are met.Identifies opportunities for process improvement and develops recommendations.Leverage historical forecast data, end-user demand, market and product intelligence, statistical forecasting inputs, to create a robust process and drive continued, sustained accuracy of material order plans.Monitor supply plans to identify changes and to determine their effect on material requirements schedules.The person in this role is an analytical thinker and a strong communicator with an eye for detail.Reviews performance metrics on a regular basis, identifying opportunities for improvement.Contributes to priority projects with complex analyses and assists in developing recommendations.Mentors’ junior-level staff.

Education and Experience Required

First level university degree or equivalent experience; may have advanced university degree.4-6 years of experience in a supply chain/data analysis function

Knowledge and Skills

Strong understanding of global supply chain processesVery strong analytical and data modeling skills.Strong communication and influencing skills; mastery in EnglishStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), statistical analysis, and financial modeling.Project management skills to lead cross-functional teams a plusStrong business acumen and technical knowledge within area of responsibility.Understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Available to Promise (ATP) and master scheduling.Good understanding of national and international trade requirements to align customs/trade requirements a plusThorough knowledge of inventory analysis.Developed leadership skills to demand excellenceKnowledge off Servigistics SPM and SAP a plus

Impact/Scope

Collaborates across countries within a region.Ability to influence a particular business within a region.Typically interacts with Managers and Directors.Typically leads low complexity projects.