Supply Planning Lead

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, minimize lead times, and maximize fill rates.
• Analyze supplier performance data to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement, and develop action plans to address performance gaps.
• Manage supplier relationships and communications, serving as the primary point of contact for escalated issues and resolution of performance-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, supplier delivery schedules, and enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide regular updates on inventory projections.
• Lead supplier review meetings to discuss any shortages and recommend mitigation strategies ensuring OTIF for all suppliers.
• Coordinate with demand planning, logistics, distribution centre and warehousing teams to address any changes to supply plan and resolve any shortage scenarios that might occur.
• Prepare and present supplier performance reports and updates to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide leadership and guidance to supply planning team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

• Minimum of 4+ years' experience in Supplier Management, Planning, Inventory Management or Operations.
• Bachelors/Master's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Profound analytical skills, strong data orientation and advanced MS Excel skills are mandatory (SQL skills are a plus)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve results.

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