Demand Planner
Job Description
Supply Planning and Procurement
Manage day-to-day order processing with suppliers.
Ensure timely order placement and confirmation of receipt from suppliers.
Monitor order dispatch to meet agreed lead times.
Follow up on back orders and address any delays.
Communicate forecast changes promptly to suppliers.
Prepare budgets based on order schedules and business recommendations.
Ensure stock availability through risk-of-run-out analysis and timely ordering.
Plan and order parts for new models.
Obtain necessary approvals according to Delegation of Authority (DOA).
System Utilization
Continuously review Syncron parameters to improve service levels.
Monitor Syncron alerts, including last demand flier, lead time changes, demand updates, and forecast alerts.
Analyze Risk of Run-Out reports to mitigate stock shortages.
Logistics Operations
Generate Advance Shipping Notifications (ASN) aligned with supplier invoices in a timely manner.
Provide logistics data support to ensure inbound shipments and clearing documents are processed on time.
Monitor costs to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
Manage logistics payments and provide finance with relevant reports for clearance.
Follow up with finance teams to ensure timely payments.
Arrange and renew Letters of Credit as required.
Oversee customs claim registrations and payments.
Coordinate ESMA/RFID approvals.
Declare cargo for insurance purposes.
Stock Optimization
Review and update inventory policies and target service levels.
Continuously monitor aged stock levels.
Forecast stock provisions accurately.
Initiate and follow up on dead stock disposal processes.
Monitor and review excess and obsolete stock parts for action.
Desired Candidate Profile
Any Nationality
Any Graduation
Any
Bachelors/ master’s in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent
Around 5 years of experience in the field of Supply Chain, preferably with Automotive experience.
Extensive knowledge of Inventory management systems.
Business development and process improvement skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word/ Excel/ PowerPoint/MS Projects)
Demonstrated experience developing management reporting packs and presenting to senior leadership.
Skilled in problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies
Understanding of agile way of working
Extensive knowledge of inventory management systems & Supply chain modules in other ERP systems like SAP