Job Description
- The successful candidate will oversee key operational processes, from production planning to cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring that both sales and operational strategies are aligned to drive company-wide success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement forecasting models to ensure alignment with business goals, driving efficient and timely product delivery.
- Manage inventory levels to balance supply and demand, preventing overstocking and stockouts.
- Lead production planning efforts, optimizing resources and ensuring the efficient scheduling of manufacturing runs to meet customer demand.
- Facilitate collaboration between sales, operations, and finance teams to achieve a unified strategy and smooth operational execution.
- Drive quality assurance initiatives, ensuring products meet all regulatory standards and contribute to brand reputation
- Analyze and interpret data to identify market trends, track performance, and recommend improvements to the sales and operations processes.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of sales, operations, and supply chain activities.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD) are highly preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in sales and operations planning, preferably within the FMCG or similar industry.
- In-depth understanding of demand forecasting, inventory management, and integrated supply chain strategies.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Demand Forecasting
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Production Planning
- ERP/MRP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Strategic Planning
- Market Analysis
- Business Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Logistics & Distribution Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Financial Planning & Budgeting
- Project Management
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Budget Management