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Supply Chain Planner

Position Overview:

The Supply Chain Planning Professional will be responsible for managing and optimizing the end-to-end supply planning for assigned products within the organization. This role involves participating in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, defining strategies to meet demand with optimum cost, establishing and managing inventory buffers, driving lead time and cost reductions, and resolving material shortages and excesses. The professional will collaborate closely with factory planning, demand planning, commodity management, and engineering teams to ensure a seamless supply chain operation.

Primary Responsibilities:

End-to-End Supply Planning:

Manage the end-to-end supply planning ensuring established customer demand can be meet. Main areas include component categorization (ABC-XYZ), establishing planning models, based on statistical models establish the right buffers in the right places, implement lead time reduction programs, initiate actions to address material shortages and material excess.

Ensure alignment with business goals and customer demands.

S&OP Process:

Actively participate in the S&OP process. Define and implement strategies to meet established demand at optimum cost.

Inventory and Buffer Management:

Establish and manage inventory buffers according to company policies using structured statistical models. Monitor buffer levels and adjust as necessary to maintain supply chain stability.
 

Lead Time Reduction:

Identify opportunities and drive initiatives to reduce lead times across product lines. Implement process improvements to enhance supply chain responsiveness.
 

Material Management:

Identify potential material shortages and excesses. Develop and implement resolution strategies to address imbalances.

Component Categorization:

Categorize components using ABC-XYZ methodology to improve supply chain processes and inventory management. Utilize component categorization to streamline procurement and production planning.

Statistical Analysis and Planning:

Utilize strong statistical skills for concurrent supply chain planning. Perform complex data analysis to support decision-making processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with factory planning, demand planning, commodity management, and engineering teams. Ensure effective communication and coordination across departments.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

4-7 years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably within an international OEM environment.

Industry Knowledge:

Understanding of the telecom and hyperscaler industries is a plus.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in concurrent supply chain planning tools and software (e.g., Kinaxis, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent). Advanced Excel and data base skills are essential.

Analytical Skills:

Strong analytical and statistical skills with the ability to perform complex data analysis.

Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Detail-Oriented:

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications:

APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification is highly desirable.

Continuous Improvement:

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Global Supply Chain Experience:

Experience managing supply chains in a global supply chain environment.

Personal Attributes:

Leadership:

Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to drive initiatives to completion.

Innovative Thinking:

Exhibits out-of-the-box thinking to contribute to the transformation and improvement of supply chain processes.

Holistic View:

Possesses a holistic view of the supply chain, understanding the interdependencies and impacts of various functions.

Proactive:

Takes initiative and can drive tasks to conclusion based on general direction.

Collaborative:

Works well in a team environment and can build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.