Supply Planning

Job Overview

The Supply Planning role is responsible for maintaining accurate master data in SAP (ECC & APO) for new products/materials/SKUs, managing obsolescence of existing codes, and ensuring effective depletion planning with minimal write-offs. The role governs the handover of SKUs to the FG Planner in alignment with target FAD and product launch timelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent Supply Planning in project meetings from kick-off to launch.

• Maintain accurate master data in SAP (ECC & APO) until materials are active (ZA).

• Manage obsolescence of current codes upon stock depletion.

• Provide depletion timelines for existing SKUs and start dates for new codes with minimal write-offs.

• Validate forecast data in APO SNP94 against FAD, launch timelines, and volumes provided during project meetings.

• Proactively raise concerns on gaps impacting FAD and launch timelines.

• Ensure project timelines from kick-off to FAD align with functional lead times (Procurement, Costing, Production, Logistics).

• Govern the handover of SKUs to the regular FG Planner.

• Attend huddles, control tower, and Step 3 meetings within the assigned cluster.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Demand, MRP, FG, Logistics, Costing, CF, Marketing, SP Managers).

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a business-related course.

• At least 2 years of experience in supply planning or a similar function, preferably in a multinational or multicultural environment.

• Strong expertise in SAP (ECC & APO), particularly in master data management.

• Good understanding of product lifecycle and supply planning processes; able to operate effectively in volatile environments.

• High tolerance for complexity and ambiguity.

• Growth mindset with the ability to adapt to rapid technological and market changes.

• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain planning processes.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Proactive and collaborative team player.

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies

• Knowledge of inventory policies and methodologies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

• Familiarity with Kinaxis and/or SAP HANA is an advantage.