Supply Network Planner

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BAT POLAND IS LOOKING FOR A SUPPLY NETWORK PLANNER

SENIORITY LEVEL: Experienced professional

FUNCTION: Supply Network Operations

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Warsaw, Poland – DBS Hub

If you are a Master of Planning with experience in FMCG market or you just have been part of such a project for the first time and you really enjoy it, then you should know that we would be delighted to meet you! We welcome people at all seniority levels!

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The purpose of the role is to deliver an optimal Supply Network Plan from Factories to Customers for the designated Sub Area with the Region.

Reports to: Supply Network Manager

Reporting Level: manages self – no direct reports

Geographic Scope: regionally

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Create and deliver the Supply Network Plan to meet customer requirements across the Global Supply Chain Network in line with the standard planning process.
• Identify risks/issues and manage exceptions through the Weekly Planning Process to: 
• Avoid Out of stock and deliver On Time in Full.
• Highlight and solve internal demand and capacity imbalances
• Investigate and provide Root Cause Analysis and Mitigation Plans through engagement with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Manage variations to New Product Introduction project timelines
• Communicate upcoming exceptional cost and seek relevant approval for execution
• Ensure the Supply Network Plan is in line with approved stock targets and drive inventory performance and working capital optimization to reduce overall Supply Chain cost
• Ensure completeness and correctness of Master Data (APO SNP & ECC) to drive accuracy through planning systems
• Adhere to all processes and procedures as per defined Operating model

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Are you familiar with SAP APO/ERP Systems?
• Do you have experience in a FMCG company managing planning processes?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

• University degree (Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or Engineering)
• Experience in a FMCG company managing planning processes
• SAP APO/ERP System knowledge and Excel skills are strong assets
• Fluency in English
• Good understanding of Planning processes.
• Profound analytical and planning skills
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills
• Coordination and problem-solving skills across multiple markets/factories and multiple issues
• Good numerical skills

BENEFICIAL

• Experience with ERP/Planning systems
• FMCG and/or consumer electronics supply chain experience

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity, and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!