Senior Supply Planning Manager (Remote)

Job summary

The Senior Supply Planning Manager is crucial in managing the supply chain to ensure efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This role involves developing strategic supply chain plans, optimizing procurement processes, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supply chain management and planning.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and implement planning tools.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end planning process to align supply, demand, and financial goals.
• Drive decisions balancing customer needs with supply chain capabilities.
• Lead the development of supply chain planning systems and processes.
• Manage supply planning to meet demand forecasts and optimize operations.
• Formulate strategic plans and evaluate market trends for future scenarios.
• Develop production schedules aligned with demand forecasts.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize costs and prevent stock issues.
• Enhance logistics and distribution processes for efficiency.
• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate supply agreements.
• Implement risk management strategies to ensure operational continuity.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards in supply chain activities.
• Manage large projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Skills

• Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools for supply chain optimization.
• Strong project management capabilities.

Education

• Relevant degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with supply chain management software and data analytics tools.