Supply Operations and Demand Planning Lead EASA

Role Purpose

• Ensure the supply chain strategy is executed in the BA and delivers the needs of the business
• Drive the alignment and the implementation of common Crop Protection planning and ways of working and processes across the BA
• Lead the resolution of operational issues with cross BA geographical and functional boundaries: projects / launch of new products / mid-tier-SAS opportunities / escalations
• Manage BA operations in S&OP and PRESOP
• Drive process improvements with a focus on order management and logistics
• Lead Demand Planning Function supporting CP & SPS in EASA

Accountabilities

• Acting as the escalation point of contact for Crop Protection supply in BA facilitating communication between the different functions and supply chain planners
• Leading CP supply process capability improvement activities within the BA
• Providing operational support for any supply/logistics escalation and ensuring swift resolution
• Lead NPI creation in all systems costing & go live
• Works closely with regional and global supply chain stakeholders to align COGS & GP analysis.
• Review of Market drivers and assumptions that have impact on business plan & LP
• OPEX champion for the BA
• Monitor Review & report EVENTS ATM
• Effective transparent and accurate data management in BA operating systems including but not limited to GSAP IBP APO QLIKSENSE.
• SPOC on BA Supply Operations issues.
• Review Analyze Presop commitments before signing off by Finance
• Represent P&S in BA S&OP
• Forecast accuracy & implementation of forecast monitoring digital metrics.
• Liaise with Tolling & Logistics Planner to ensure the Toll Production Schedule is aligned on monthly basis.
• To use market information to negotiate better supply dates and to minimize stock out .
• Align EASA Forecast in IBP and with the A.I. Allocation plan; communicate to both Customer Service & Logistics Manager and BA Head.
• Ensure key inputs into IBP and SAP are done and that any arising problems are communicated immediately with suggestions for improvement.
• Review Kenya EDF events on monthly and advise the Commercial Team on Supply Chain progression.
• Achieve forecast accuracy for 90days plan in PRE-SOP; capture Lost sales and opportunities

Qualifications :

KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE & CAPABILITIES

Critical Knowledge

• Business degree Supply Chain qualification is added advantage
• A sound understanding of Supply Chain processes in a large organisation.
• A wide appreciation of Information Technology (SAP).
• An understanding of Logistics On Time In Full and On Time Delivery.

Critical Skills

• Demonstrate a high level of integrity.
• Demonstrate strong analytical Skills and alertness.
• Strong communication skills is a prerequisite.
• Creativity as well as strategic / forward looking thinker.
• Management of accurate records & Data.
• Must have ability to follow up monitor and keep accurate records.

Critical Experience

• At least 3 years experience in a busy Supply Chain environment.
• Direct experience in IT based systems
• Experience in Sales operations & Supply Chain in a large / multinational organization.
• Working with teams with significant cross-functional interaction.
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines and working under minimal supervision

Key Competencies

• Experience in SAP and Inventory / stock control tools
• Working with database and reconciliation.
• Experience in Supply Chain & Sales operations.
• Excellent communication skills 

Core Competencies

• Performance Orientation
  • Understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Matching plans with resources milestones and measures.
  • Display drive and see opportunities when they arise Passion

• Customer Focused
  • Knowledge and insights about customers and their needs internal / external

• Change Orientation
  • Ability to fit in and change with business needs swiftly and effectively. Flexibility!
  • Evidence of continuous self improvement and development

• Leadership
  • High alertness integrity openness and transparency

• Organisation Effectiveness
  • Builds positive win-win cross-functional relationships.
  • Communicates effectively with key stakeholders (int/external).

• Strategic Ability 
  • Delivers management / business reporting needs successfully.
  • Thinks beyond the horizon and plans accordingly.

Other behaviors critical for the role

• Ability to work to strict timescales and deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and to feedback to cross functional stakeholders
• Ability to be flexible to meet both customer and business needs
• Ability to Collaborate as a team and drive collective success
• Must be Courageous to explore new paths and make bold moves
• Ability to hold self-Accountable for short- and long-term results
• Driven by Curiosity to innovate

Additional Information :

Location: Kenya / Zambia

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time