Analyst, GBS - Material Planning

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Summary: Seeking an experienced, self-starting Material Planner to manage replenishment strategies, optimize inventory, and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Highlights: 1. Hands-on role in a fast-paced environment 2. Opportunity to drive continuous improvement in Material Planning 3. Collaborate with various business partners and cross-functional teams ***About the Position*** We have the perfect opportunity for an experienced Material Planner. The role will primarily report into the Material Planning Senior Manager. This is a hands\-on role in a fast\-paced environment where the successful candidate must have the right attitude, be prepared to roll their sleeves up and be an excellent problem solver. This person will have a broad range of responsibilities across all aspects of Material Planning. We are looking for someone who doesn't need any motivation to develop, a self\-starter, who is hungry to continually improve Material planning \& Supply chain operations. You will be working close together with various business partners in our Business units, GBS \& Global Operations teams as well as cross functionally with Procurement \& external suppliers. ***In brief, you will be responsible for:*** * Executes Short, medium \& long\-term replenishment strategies for assigned materials while optimizing the balance between supply availability and inventory investment. * Works cross functionally with Marketing, Procurement, R\&D, Suppliers, Quality and Finance teams on commercializing Material change management initiatives, ensuring material availability * Supports inventory reduction initiatives entailing optimization of SAP MRP parameters, total supply chain process improvement, and application of lean principles. * Collaborate cross\-functionally with Supply planning, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams to align supply chain activities. * Analyze and optimize MRP processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices. Determines supplier capacity constraints and executes appropriate contingency plans to maintain supply when capacity is exceeded. * ***Qualifications*** * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field * 4\+ Years Supply Chain experience preferably within FMCG * Strong knowledge of S\&OP, Supply and Material Planning principles * Proficiency in Supply Chain \& Supply Chain Planning software \& tools preferred (OMP, Kinaxis, O9 or SAP APO) * Proven track record to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence