Budgets and Plans
- Contribute to the preparation of the planning department budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues and areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified
Strategic Planning
- Contribute in managing current and long-term forecast projections to drive production and inventory planning goals
- Developing the zero-loss journey master plan for inventory
- Receive the yearly / quarterly sales forecast and export yearly to prepare the production plans taking into consideration the available lines capacity and the available stocks of finished goods and raw & packaging materials.
- Ensure MRP on a regular basis and place purchase orders accordingly to ensure orders / supplies are in line with the production plan.
- Coordinate the new products launches process by working closely with Marketing, Production, & Purchasing.
Planning Operations
- Leading S&OP cycle including supply review meeting and TMR supply part
- Supervises the day-to-day operations of planning to ensure that work processes are implemented as designed and comply with established policies, processes, and procedures
- Investigate root cause for unfavorable trends; implement corrective actions where appropriate and suggest ways to improve the current flow process.
- Ensure all data is entered accurately into the company’s information system in accordance with company’s Work Order processes and procedures.
- Supervise the implementation of projects to ensure that the project cycle is completed, meeting agreed project parameters (cost budget, timelines, scope, and quality), standards and objectives
- Participate in the technical evaluation of project proposals to ensure the fit between the proposals and company requirements
- Keep detailed records, generate reports, and develop presentations to help management decide the direction
Reporting
- Supervise the preparation of timely and accurate reports of planning to meet Savola and department requirements, policies, and standards
- Issue a quarterly report showing the actual production vs. sales forecast.
Health, Safety, & Environment
- Monitor the adherence to all relevant safety and environmental management procedures and controls to guarantee employee safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality products/service and a responsible environmental attitude
Related Assignments
Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.
4-6 years of relevant experience in planning.Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field.Post-graduates' studies in planning management is a plus.Supply and Forecast techniques, Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and operations, Proficient of S&OP process.Proficiency in excel for analytical support.