Basic Qualifications:

'         Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.

'         7+ years of experience in supply planning, production planning, or related supply chain roles.

'         Strong experience in supply network planning, RCCP, and inventory management.

'         Experience in a planning Centre of Excellence (COE) or similar process improvement environment highly preferred.

'         Proficiency with advanced planning systems (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, etc.) and analytics tools.

'         Demonstrated ability to lead in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) a plus.

'         Deep understanding of supply planning principles and their application in complex, dynamic environments.

'         Ability to remain focused, decisive, and effective when facing supply chain disruptions or uncertainty.

'         Strong analytical mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Collaborative leadership style, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Salary:

Position Overview:

The Manager, Supply Planning will lead the end-to-end supply planning process to ensure optimal production, inventory, and supply network performance.

Key Responsibilities:

'         Develop, implement, and continuously improve supply planning processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements.

'         Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) activities and drive supply network planning to optimize inventory and service levels.

'         Own the master supply plan, translating demand forecasts into actionable production and inventory strategies.

'         Oversee production planning and scheduling, ensuring efficient resource utilization and timely order fulfillment.

'         Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to resolve constraints and balance capacity with demand.

'         Manage supply network planning across multiple sites, suppliers, and distribution centers.

'         Execute Rough-Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) to assess capacity requirements and proactively address bottlenecks.

'         Monitor and optimize inventory levels, minimizing excess and obsolescence while maintaining service targets.

'         Analyze inventory trends and implement best practices for stock management.

'         Drive planning excellence through standardized processes, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

'         Mentor and train team members on best-in-class supply planning principles and tools.

'         Partner with cross-functional COE teams to deploy advanced planning systems and analytics.

'         Apply fundamental supply planning principles to maintain control and drive decisions during times of uncertainty or disruption.

Ensure transparency, prioritize critical supply needs, and communicate effectively with stakeholders under pressure.