Site Planning Manager

• Manage local planning team.
• Maintain & enhance the site S&OP process, ensure accurate and timely supply information is shared with all stakeholders .
• Maintenance of and daily monitoring of DC sku inventory levels against target.
• Ensuring efficient and effective scheduling that balances customer requirements with maximum production utilization, maintain target inventory levels & minimize excess & obsolescence.
• Focusing on customer satisfaction through continuous monitoring of established metrics relating to order-fill rates, backorder and inventory replenishment.
• Liaising with Operations on backorder and low limit skus for prioritization while providing accurate recovery timelines.
• Work closely with Site Ops, Freight, warehousing and distribution teams on maintaining accurate planning parameters & lane set-up.
• Maintenance of Raw Materials Planning parameters in line with MPS and regular liaison with Purchasing staff on relevant issues pertaining to the demand and supply of Raw Materials
• Forecasting of lot profiles for Operations and Cartooning to determine setups for coming months/years
• Lead projects on Production Planning improvements to manufacturing efficiencies while maintaining Customer Service
• Support all new product introductions, ensure no risk to launch timelines, control initial build requirements & timelines across the full range.
• Key player in any system developments and enhancements pertaining to improving Planning processes
• Execute other managerial and operational disciplines of the Planning Department as and when required. Focus on the continuous enhancement of the department, within the Organization, through a professional and mature approach at all times

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in planning or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Graduate or equivalent professional qualification e.g. A.P.I.C.S Certification
• Demonstrated experience with managing a site level S&OP process, understanding of Net requirement planning / RCCP tools & MPS.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Advanced Excel capability, with Power BI, Altrix or Tableau skill-set a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.

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