Job Overview:
* A key player in the supply chain, you will work collaboratively to ensure seamless inventory management and robust forecasting.
* By developing and executing replenishment strategies, you will maintain optimal stock levels and reduce obsolescence, ultimately driving efficiency and excellence across the EMEIA region.
* With a focus on aligning factory outputs with market demand, you will lead production planning efforts to guarantee sufficient supply across all distribution channels.
* Through advanced statistical analysis and market intelligence, you will identify trends and patterns, capturing valuable insights to inform your decision-making.
* Effective coordination and oversight of supply movements will be critical to ensuring optimal availability, tracking, and reporting KPIs and metrics to assess performance.
* You will foster strong relationships with internal and external partners, leveraging effective communication to drive alignment and collaboration.
* In addition to these responsibilities, you will continuously seek opportunities for process improvement, implementing initiatives to optimize supply chain processes and systems.
Requirements:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and tools to drive informed decisions.
* Highly proficient in MS Excel, with a solid understanding of its applications and limitations.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of building and nurturing positive relationships with both internal and external partners.
* Self-driven and results-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability and initiative.
* Skilled in communicating complex analytics to executive audiences, making data-driven insights accessible and actionable.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with experience influencing key partners and stakeholders.
* Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, synthesizing individual viewpoints to achieve success.
* Strong business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and see the bigger picture.
* Innovative, with a proven track record of focused problem-solving and a genuine eagerness to learn.
* Ability to cultivate positive relationships and foster trust and confidence from others.
* Significant experience in supply chain or analytical roles in FMCG or similar industries.
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Maths, Economics, Data Science & Analytics, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience is also highly valued.