Overview

The DRP process is an automated process. The responsibility of the DRP planner is to identify, review & resolve exceptions, maintain accuracy, and update DRP parameters.

The accountability of the role is to run the DRP process for a group of supply sourcing lanes so that efficient vehicle movements of product can be deployed to the right locations on time for target customer service to be achieved. The role holder will spend significant time parameterizing the Pro-link planning tool so that move recommendations are optimized and will continually update plans as and when demand or supply disruptions require it.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining & running the automated DRP process
Responsible for inventory deployment, trans-shipments and deployment network design to ensure product arrives on time at the right place
Responsible for leading the regional exception-based planning process and driving continuous improvement
Conduct root cause analysis for trans-ship, expedite losses and develop action plans through system and/or process improvement
Work closely with customer service, demand, and supply planning to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Drive system utilization and feed loss tree insights into future enhancements
Ensure lead times for deployment in the system are maintained and accurate
Ensure safety stock settings are dynamically adjusted for finished goods

Qualifications

Experience – 2 – 3 years in associated function

Qualifications:

University degree preferably engineering or logistics
Experience in distribution planning or familiar Supply Planning tasks
Proficiency in product category planning FMCG background preferred

Abilities:

Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
Problem solving know-how
Strong Analytic skills
Experience in using planning systems, BY- JDA preferred
Experience in ERP (SAP) usage is a must
Good numeric abilities;
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel

Supply Network Planning Associate Analyst