Job Summary/職務概要: Briefly state the main purpose and scope of the job.
Reporting to Head of Supply Chain Japan, this position leads, develops, implements and continuously improves a best-in-class demand and supply planning organization for the country. Overall responsibilities are demand & supply planning and inventory management including field inventory cycle count. In addition, there will be situation to take lead of cross supply chain-business projects based on org requirement.
Also, monitoring the performance and training needs of the team and fulfilling the team aspiration and on job training requirement. *there will be two D&SP Group each supporting 2-3 Business Units. This individual will be responsible to Manage for one of the D&SP Group.

Job Duties/職務内容: List the significant/essential duties, tasks or responsibilities which employees in this position are required to perform.
•    Fully responsible for the demand and supply planning in the country
•    Provide leadership and partner with key stake holders within the supply chain teams to drive process improvement and meet business demands in some or all of the following functions: new product launches, product line transfers, end of life (EOL) product life cycle planning, purchasing, and inventory management
•    Redefines systems, processes and organizational structures in order to maximize forecast accuracy and financial savings
•    Prepare inventory, scrap, operations cost forecasts and budget recommendations for management
•    Establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to demand forecasting, inventory processes/operations; measure actual performance against goals on regular basis and present results to senior management
•    Develop strategies for improving operation efficiencies while improving service levels and optimizing inventory levels as well as operation costs
•    Cooperate with local management for all initiatives implementation in the country
•    Collaborate with other functions such as sales/marketing, finance, RA/QA and IT to intergrade business process and develop solutions
•    Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
•    Create and maintains departmental reports and track Key KPI as required
•    Ensure compliance with established procedures and maintain effective internal control 
•    Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the country.  Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
•    Ensure applicable SOP of Abbott executed
•    Prepare for Audits, Compliances & SOX, etc., Documentation
•    Initiate /participate in teams, committees, events and training which improves the organization     

•    This role is expected to supervise a team of specialist～supervisor level employees  
•    Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; conducting performance appraisals; evaluating and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
•    Develop employee in relations to training, performance management, career development and employee relations;
•    Provide leadership by assigning goals which align to entity annual plans and department needs then manage team to execute goals through coaching and mentoring

Qualifications/能力資格要件: Describe the minimum education and experience, including knowledge, skills and abilities, required to successfully perform the job.  List any certificates, license, and/or registrations required.

General Qualifications
•    4 year college degree or equivalent, minimum B.A. / B.S certification
•    Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, a related field, or equivalent preferred
•    An advanced credential, such as an MBA, MA, or MS in a relevant discipline preferred
•    Minimum 10 years of experience working in highly regulated (warehousing) environment
•    7- years of supervisory experience
•    Six Sigma /  Equivalent Continuous Improvement knowledge
•    3PL / Vendor / Service Provider Management experience
•    ERP usage experience / ERP-WMS interfacing experience
•    Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment
•    Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
•    Proven success in improving work processes, leading change and role models positive behaviors as well as change agent skills in a complex and fast paced environment
•    Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred
•    Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results  
•    Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization, including English communication skills
•    Business level English communication skills required. (TOEIC 750+)
•    Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable
•    Strong conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross-functional groups  
•    Focuses on the Customer: Is dedicated to meeting the needs of internal and external customers
•    Delivers Results with Integrity: Meets commitments and produces the right results at the right time.  
•    Teamwork/Supporting our Colleague: Collaborates with co-workers to achieve work group and company goals.
•    Excellent interpersonal communication skills.  Ability to lead team.  Project management capabilities
•    Ability to prioritize and multi-task, proactive and self-motivated. Attention to detail.  Meet deadlines.